Weather in Toulouse

About Toulouse

Toulouse, the pink city, glows at sunset with brick buildings so distinctive they seem painted. The Garonne winds past church domes and Renaissance mansions; café culture thrives; Gascon cuisine warms you thoroughly. This southern city pulses with creative energy.

Country

France

Best months to visit

June, July, August, September

Currency

EUR

Language

French

Things to do in Toulouse

Watch sunset over brick buildings from Pont Neuf Explore the Basilica of Saint-Sernin Visit the Musée des Augustins (medieval and Renaissance art) Browse the Canal du Midi by bike or boat Taste cassoulet (regional stew) and duck confit Attend festivals and street performances year-round

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

January

Cold, with some rainy days.

February

12C

Cool, with some rainy days.

March

14C

Cool, with some rainy days.

April

18C

Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.

May

21C

Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.

Recommended

June

26C

Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.

Recommended

July

29C

Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.

Recommended

August

29C

Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.

Recommended

September

25C

Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.

October

21C

Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.

November

14C

Cool, with some rainy days.

December

11C

Cool, with some rainy days.

Toulouse earns its nickname 'La Ville Rose' from the warm pink-terracotta brick that lines its squares and riverside, glowing especially vividly at sunset along the Garonne. It's a youthful, lively city thanks to one of France's largest student populations, with a serious food scene, the UNESCO-listed Canal du Midi running through it, and a major role in Europe's aerospace industry that's celebrated at the Cite de l'Espace.

Best areas to stay in Toulouse

Place du Capitole

The grand central square, lined with pink-brick buildings, cafes and the city's grandest facade, the Capitole itself.

Saint-Sernin & Carmes

Home to the largest Romanesque church in Europe and a lively market square with bars and restaurants.

Garonne Riverside

Pink-brick embankments along the river, popular for evening walks and picnics, with views of the Pont Neuf.

Cite de l'Espace

A space and aerospace museum on the city's edge, with a full-size rocket and planetarium.

Getting to Toulouse

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Flights

Toulouse-Blagnac Airport has direct flights from across the UK and Europe, about 20 minutes from the centre.

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From London

~2 hours by air from London; ~4.5 hours by TGV from Paris.

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Getting around

A compact metro and tram network covers the city; the historic centre is also easily walkable.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Toulouse called 'La Ville Rose'?

Many of its historic buildings are built from a distinctive pink-terracotta brick, which glows particularly warmly in the evening light.

What is the Cite de l'Espace?

A space-themed science museum and park on the city's outskirts, with a full-size Ariane rocket replica and exhibits on France's role in European space exploration.

Is Toulouse a good base for day trips?

Yes — Carcassonne, Albi (with its striking brick cathedral and Toulouse-Lautrec museum) and the Canal du Midi are all within an hour or so by train or car.

What food is Toulouse known for?

Cassoulet (a slow-cooked bean and meat stew) is the local speciality, alongside the famous covered markets like Marche Victor Hugo for a wider taste of southwestern French produce.

How walkable is Toulouse?

Very — the historic centre around Place du Capitole, the basilica of Saint-Sernin and the riverside are all connected and easily explored on foot, with a metro for longer trips.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

The pink-brick buildings along the Garonne at sunset were stunning, and the food scene — especially cassoulet at a traditional bistro — exceeded expectations.

Capucine R. · October 2024

★★★★☆

Took the train out to Albi for the day and the cathedral there was extraordinary. Toulouse itself felt lively and youthful, lots of good bars near Carmes.

Owen D. · May 2023

★★★★★

Cite de l'Espace was a brilliant half-day, especially for space enthusiasts. Place du Capitole in the evening, with everyone out for drinks, had a great atmosphere.

Ines V. · July 2024