Fancy a trip to Normandy in June?
Find out if the region at this time of year will meet your expectations with our comprehensive guide:
- Climate in Normandy in June (temperatures, weather…)
- Swimming conditions: water temperature and wind
- Travel conditions: crowds, prices, openings
- Things to do in Normandy in June, special activities and events
This guide is completely independent, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.
Going to Normandy in June: quick answers
What’s the weather like in Normandy in June? Is this a good time to visit?
The weather is fine. On the coasts and near the cities popular with travellers, temperatures are mild. Further inland, to the south, it’s hot. Skies are clear for at least half the month, and winds are light. It’s the perfect time to take a walk in the lower Normandy mountains. You can also go for a swim, if the sea isn’t too cool for you.
The number of tourists is moderate, but increases with each passing month. The same goes for rates. This is the ideal time of year to visit the region, but it’s best to travel in early June.
Travelling to Normandy in June – summary of conditions
Temperatures
The temperatures are mild. The thermometer reads an average of 16°C (61°F).
Water temperatures
In June, the sea is cool. Its average temperature is 15°C (59°F). You can swim, but make sure you wear a wetsuit.
Crowds and prizes
Tourist numbers and fares remain moderate in June, but increase as the summer vacations approach.
Opening conditions
Everything’s open in June: attractions, hotels, campsites, restaurants…
Day
The sun rises before 6am and sets at 10pm.
Best things to do in Normandy in June
In June, we enjoyed visiting these sites:
- The D-Day landing beaches and their museums
- Immerse yourself in history by visiting the region’s castles and abbeys
- The magnificent towns and villages of Normandy
- The beauty of the Alabaster Coast and its famous cliffs
- The incomparable Mont Saint-Michel
- The magnificent cliffs of Étretat and the charm of Honfleur
- …
See our article on things to do in Normandy.
And lots of activities like these:
HAVE FUN WITH THESE activities in Normandy
- Helicopter flight over the cliffs of the Côte d’Albâtre
- Book your time to visit Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey
- Take a microlight flight over Mont-Saint-Michel
- Climb the Via Ferrata in Switzerland Normandy
1. Normandy in June – weather forecast
Normandy is known for its oceanic climate. This is especially true on the coasts, where most of the holidaymakers’ favorite towns are located. Temperatures are moderate in both winter and summer. Rainfall is frequent in all seasons, but varies according to local relief and year.
In June, it’s mild on the coast. We enjoy hiking without fear of the heat, which is rare. Above all, the skies are clear for more than half the month. By the sea, the water is cool – make sure you’re well equipped if you go swimming. Wind-wise, it’s one of the calmest months of the year.
2. Temperatures in Normandy in June
Hot weather is rare near the coast.
Temperatures in Rouen:
- 17°C (63°F) on average
- Number of days with average temperature above 18°C = 20
Temperatures in Le Havre:
- 16°C (61°F) on average
- Number of days with an average temperature of over 18°C = 9
Temperatures in Caen:
- 16°C (61°F) on average
- Number of days with average temperature above 18°C = 17
Temperatures in Cherbourg:
- 15°C (59°F) on average
- Number of days with average temperatures above 18°C = 8
Temperatures on Mont-Saint-Michel:
- 16°C (61°F) on average
- Number of days with average temperatures above 18°C = 16
OUR ADVICE FOR RENTING A CAR IN Normandy
- Compare prices on our preferred platform: DiscoverCars – one of the best rated sites.
- Choose a car that is comfortable enough (distances can be long) but compact (some parking lots and villages are narrow).
- Think of thecomplete insurance (some roads are tortuous and narrow).
- There is a lot of demand, book it early.
3. Rain in Normandy in June
It rains all year round in Normandy. Rainfall varies greatly from one year to the next, depending above all on the relief and exposure of your location. Cherbourg, for example, receives more rain than Caen, which is protected by hills.
- Rainfall in Rouen: 112 mm
(over 7 days on average) - Rainfall in Le Havre: 116 mm
(over 7 days on average) - Rainfall in Caen: 110 mm
(over 6 days on average) - Rainfall in Cherbourg: 77 mm
(over 5 days on average) - Rainfall on Mont-Saint-Michel: 87 mm
(over 5 days on average)
4. Sunshine in Normandy in June
In June, we enjoy the longest days of the year. The sun rises before 6am and sets at 10pm, with an average of 8 hours of sunshine.
WHERE TO STAY IN Normandy
We particularly appreciate staying in Normandy:
- Bayeux – our hotels selection
- Honfleur – our hotel selection
For more ideas, take a look at our article on the best places to stay in Normandy.
And if you already have an idea, take a look at our selections:
5. Water temperature – swimming in Normandy in June
Swimming is possible in June, but it’s best to bring a wetsuit. Discover the average sea temperature below:
- Le Havre: 15°C (59°F)
- Cherbourg: 14°C (57°F)
- Mont-Saint-Michel: 15°C (59°F)
6. Wind in Normandy in June
Ocean means wind. However, in June, Normandy is much less windy than the rest of the year. The coasts are as calm as the inland areas.
7. Crowds and other conditions
June is a busy month for tourists in Normandy. However, the summer vacation crowds have yet to arrive. It’s mid-season. You won’t have too much trouble finding a hotel or parking space, especially if you choose to leave at the beginning of the month. Beaches and hiking trails will also be clearer. Make the most of it!
Note that the more upscale the hotel or campsite, the more popular it is.
8. June events in Normandy
- The Rouen Armada
The Armada is ten days of festivities around the quays of the Seine. Dozens of sailboats and thousands of sailors from all over the world take to the river. There are also concerts, boat receptions and fireworks displays. There are 350,000 concert-goers, and six million visitors in all.
- Rouen Cathedral of Light
Every summer until the end of September, light shows are projected onto the facades of Rouen Cathedral. The event takes place over many evenings and attracts hundreds of thousands of spectators.
- D-Day Festival Normandy
Normandy celebrates the anniversary of the Allied landing on the Normandy beaches on June 6, 1944. From the end of May to mid-June, shows and cultural and festive events are on offer on the Normandy coast. Every five years, the festival takes on an international dimension, with the participation of Allied countries during the war. Each year, these festivities attract two million visitors.
- Cabourg Romantic Film Festival
Each year, 12,000 spectators attend a five-day screening of romantic features and shorts.
- Rock in Évreux
35,000 festival-goers come together over three days to enjoy a varied rock program featuring renowned international artists.
- Art’zimutés Festival in Cherbourg
Between late June and early July, 10,000 spectators flock to the festival for a weekend of music.
- Rush festival in Rouen
12,000 people take over various Rouen venues between late June and early July for three to six days of concerts.
- Sea festivals
These traditional festivities take place mainly between June and September, in the various coastal towns of Normandy. They celebrate the sea and its products. The duration of the festivities varies from town to town. They can be found in many towns: Le Havre, Bricqueville-sur-Mer, Luc-sur-Mer, Yport, Saint-Valéry en Caux and many more.
- Fête de la musique
As all over France, on June 21, music takes over Normandy. Numerous performances take place both indoors and outdoors.
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9. June prices
As everywhere, prices vary depending on what you are looking for. We offer a wide range of accommodation, from campsites to 5-star hotels. It is therefore difficult to give a budget.
In June, prices are moderately high. Please note: they may increase as the month progresses, with the gradual arrival of July and August holidaymakers.
When to go to Normandy, the other months…
- Normandy in January
- Normandy in February
- Normandy in March
- Normandy in April
- Normandy in May
- Normandy in June
- Normandy in July
- Normandy in August
- Normandy in September
- Normandy in October
- Normandy in November
- Normandy in December
Or read our article on when to go to Normandy.
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