If you plan to visit Biarritz in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +77°F during the day and approximately 5 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 15 rainy days in the month and around 93 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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August is usually the hottest month of the year in Biarritz;
Average weather
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+77°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
93 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Biarritz has OK weather in August.
Average temperature in Biarritz in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Biarritz for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +100°F during the day to a minimum of +57°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +77°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +75°F.
Is Biarritz warm or cold in August?
Biarritz is typically warm in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +75°F to +77°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +63°F to +63°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
August is the hottest month in Biarritz, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Biarritz in August
Water in Biarritz in August is Comfortable. It varies from +67°F to +73°F, with an average of +70°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +77°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Biarritz are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +70°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +54°F.
Can you swim in Biarritz in August?
The water in Biarritz in August is pretty comfortable (+70°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in Biarritz in August
Biarritz weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+75°F
+77°F
+73°F
Min. temperature
+52°F
+50°F
+43°F
Max. temperature
+104°F
+104°F
+99°F
Rainfall
86 mm
93 mm
93 mm
Wind
3 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+69°F
+70°F
+69°F
Humidity
79%
78%
77%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1017 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
5
5
7
Cloudy days
9
8
6
Rainy days
14
15
14
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +75°F to +77°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 86 mm to 93 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 78%.Winds are calmer in comparison to July, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 5 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Biarritz in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Biarritz is gradually decreasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Biarritz based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 48% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 96 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Biarritz wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 57% chance of precipitation and 147 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 45% chance of precipitation and 86 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Biarritz?
This is the weather in Biarritz in August 2023:
1 August
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+75°F
2 August
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+83°F
3 August
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+68°F
4 August
🌧️
+68°F
5 August
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+73°F
6 August
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+70°F
7 August
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+73°F
8 August
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+81°F
9 August
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+94°F
10 August
☀️
+76°F
11 August
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+81°F
12 August
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+77°F
13 August
☁️
+76°F
14 August
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+75°F
15 August
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+77°F
16 August
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+76°F
17 August
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+83°F
18 August
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+92°F
19 August
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+83°F
20 August
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+79°F
21 August
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+82°F
22 August
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+81°F
23 August
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+100°F
24 August
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+85°F
25 August
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+74°F
26 August
🌧️
+70°F
27 August
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+68°F
28 August
🌧️
+69°F
29 August
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+70°F
30 August
🌧️
+69°F
31 August
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+76°F
In August 2023 Biarritz had 12 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +77°F, with an absolute maximum of +100°F and a minimum of +68°F. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 40%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Biarritz climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Biarritz in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+62°F) and the highest in 2022 (+68°F). The driest year was 1991 with only 917 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 1763 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Biarritz in August:
Is August a good time to visit Biarritz?
It’s always a good time to visit Biarritz, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Biarritz in August?
August is warm in Biarritz. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Biarritz in August?
Yes, the water temperature in Biarritz in August is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +70°F.
Is Biarritz rainy in August?
Biarritz is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Biarritz in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Biarritz in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Biarritz, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.