AI-generatedBastia at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,640 h
- Rain a year
- 654 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 1 m
Climate in Bastia
Bastia has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,640 hours of sunshine a year, Bastia is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Bastia
The best time to visit Bastia is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to June and from September to December. The wettest month is November with 99 mm of precipitation.
Bastia through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Bastia in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–23 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Bastia in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.5 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days in all
Bastia in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 18–26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Bastia in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Jun, Sep – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: July – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 14°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
07:3418:42
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:16–08:12 · evening 18:03–18:59
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:05–07:16 · evening 18:59–19:10
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Bastia compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 24° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 20°. The days get 1.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 24° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 12° |
| Sea | 22° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.4 h |
What is the weather like in Bastia in October?
In October, Bastia is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 75 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Bastia.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 8 min07:34 – 18:42
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 48 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %55 %
- Seaweight 25 %57 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %48 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %64 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Bastia
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Bastia: score 100 against 56. In July, days are 8 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in July. July has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 56 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 20° |
| Sea | 21.0° | 25.0° |
| Sunshine | 5.9 h | 11.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 9 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 75 mm | 18 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 1better | 18 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Bastia month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
19January14° · Sea 15° · 4.5 h
In January, Bastia is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 14.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 54 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in January23February14° · Sea 14° · 5.6 h
In February, Bastia is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in February25March16° · Sea 14° · 6.3 h
In March, Bastia is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 59 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in March28April19° · Sea 15° · 7.3 h
In April, Bastia is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 57 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in April60May23° · Sea 18° · 8.7 h
In May, Bastia is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in May92June27° · Sea 22° · 10.2 h
In June, Bastia is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 33 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in June100July30° · Sea 25° · 11.2 h
In July, Bastia is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 18 mm in total. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in July100August30° · Sea 26° · 10.1 h
In August, Bastia is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in August91September26° · Sea 24° · 7.9 h
In September, Bastia is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 23.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 52 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in September56October22° · Sea 21° · 5.9 h
In October, Bastia is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 75 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in October19November18° · Sea 18° · 4.5 h
In November, Bastia is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 99 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in November16December15° · Sea 16° · 4.5 h
In December, Bastia is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 75 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Bastia.
Bastia in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Bastia
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
CoolOctober: nights around 14°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (5°), the warmest in August (20°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June and in September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 54 days a year, mostly from July to August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 19 | 14° | 6° | 14.5° | 4.5 h | 9 | 54 |
| FebruaryFeb | 23 | 14° | 5° | 13.9° | 5.6 h | 8 | 55 |
| MarchMar | 25 | 16° | 7° | 14.0° | 6.3 h | 8 | 59 |
| AprilApr | 28 | 19° | 9° | 15.3° | 7.3 h | 8 | 57 |
| MayMay | 60 | 23° | 13° | 18.2° | 8.7 h | 8 | 53 |
| JuneJun | 92 | 27° | 17° | 22.2° | 10.2 h | 5 | 33 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 30° | 20° | 25.0° | 11.2 h | 3 | 18 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 30° | 20° | 25.7° | 10.1 h | 4 | 22 |
| SeptemberSep | 91 | 26° | 17° | 23.7° | 7.9 h | 7 | 52 |
| OctoberOct | 56 | 22° | 14° | 21.0° | 5.9 h | 9 | 75 |
| NovemberNov | 19 | 18° | 10° | 18.4° | 4.5 h | 12 | 99 |
| DecemberDec | 16 | 15° | 7° | 15.8° | 4.5 h | 10 | 75 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Bastia
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.9 – 22.2 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Bastia ranges from 13.9 °C in February to 25.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
From November to January the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 24.5 and 27.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14.5° | 13.8° | 15.2° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 13.9° | 13.3° | 14.5° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.0° | 13.5° | 14.7° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.3° | 14.6° | 16.0° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.2° | 17.3° | 19.1° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.2° | 21.0° | 23.9° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.0° | 23.5° | 26.6° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.7° | 24.5° | 27.1° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 23.7° | 22.7° | 24.9° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.0° | 19.9° | 22.2° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.4° | 17.1° | 19.5° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 15.8° | 14.6° | 16.9° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Bastia
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.9 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Bastia, 53 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 18 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Bastia: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Bastia has about 9 rainy days with 75 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Bastia
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 3 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 40 min
- Fair skin
- about 50 min
- Light brown skin
- about 65 min
- Olive skin
- about 85 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Bastia
How breezy and how cloudy Bastia is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Bastia typically peaks at 19 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Nov – Apr.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 48 % of the sky over Bastia: variable cloud, with about 5.9 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Bastia
How often the day gets hot in Bastia (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Bastia has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Bastia
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Bastia in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Bastia has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 18).
- 27
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 66
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.5 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 56
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 18
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h
- Distance
- 1,230 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: France
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- French
- Sockets
- Type C, E · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +33
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Compare & alternatives
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Bastia compared
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Bastia vs L'Île-Rousse
In October the holiday weather in Bastia and L'Île-Rousse is about equally good (score 56 vs 55). During the day it is about as warm in L'Île-Rousse as in Bastia. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Bastia | L'Île-Rousse |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 56 | 55 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
Best places in the country
France in October: the best places
In October, Bastia ranks 14 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 14BastiaThis page22°21°56
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Frequently asked questions about Bastia
When is the best time to visit Bastia?
The best time to visit Bastia is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Bastia?
The sea temperature in Bastia ranges from 13.9 °C in February to 25.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Bastia in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Bastia?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Bastia?
The wettest month is November with 99 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 18 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Bastia get?
Bastia gets around 2,640 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.2 hours a day; in January there are 4.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Bastia in?
Bastia is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Bastia?
A nonstop flight from London to Bastia takes about 2 h, for a straight-line distance of about 1,230 km.
Which school holidays are best for Bastia?
Bastia has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 18). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 27, May half-term 66, summer holidays 100, October half-term 56, Christmas holidays 18.