AI-generatedSoulac-sur-Mer at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 27°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 20.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,110 h
- Rain a year
- 730 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 10 m
Climate in Soulac-sur-Mer
Soulac-sur-Mer has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 27 °C, while January is the coolest at 11 °C. With around 2,110 hours of sunshine a year, Soulac-sur-Mer is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 8.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Soulac-sur-Mer
The best time to visit Soulac-sur-Mer is from June to September. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in August it only reaches 20.7 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to October. Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 86 mm.
Soulac-sur-Mer through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Soulac-sur-Mer in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 15–21 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Soulac-sur-Mer in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 25–27 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Soulac-sur-Mer in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 14–24 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Soulac-sur-Mer in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 11–12 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 3.2 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Nov – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
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 12°
- Midday, 13:00: about 18°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 20°
- Evening, 20:00: about 17°
- Night, 23:00: about 14°
08:1919:21
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 08:01–08:59 · evening 18:41–19:39
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:49–08:01 · evening 19:39–19:51
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 Soulac-sur-Mer compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 22° at the start of the month to 17° at the end. The sea cools from 18° to 16°. The days get 1.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 22° | 17° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 9° |
| Sea | 18° | 16° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.3 h |
What is the weather like in Soulac-sur-Mer in October?
In October, Soulac-sur-Mer is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 76 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 2 min08:19 – 19:21
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 60 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %10 %
- Seaweight 25 %9 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %28 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %49 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Soulac-sur-Mer
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 Soulac-sur-Mer: score 81 against 21. In July, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in July. July has 4 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 21 | 81better |
| Daytime high | 20° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 17° |
| Sea | 17.6° | 20.0° |
| Sunshine | 4.7 h | 8.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 11 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 76 mm | 35 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 1 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Soulac-sur-Mer month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
9January11° · Sea 11° · 2.8 h
In January, Soulac-sur-Mer is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 10.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 75 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer in January16February12° · Sea 10° · 4.1 h
In February, Soulac-sur-Mer is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 10.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 56 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer in February18March15° · Sea 11° · 5.4 h
In March, Soulac-sur-Mer is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 10.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 56 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer in March22April18° · Sea 13° · 6.5 h
In April, Soulac-sur-Mer is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 12.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 60 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer in April39May21° · Sea 15° · 7.5 h
In May, Soulac-sur-Mer is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 64 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer in May69June25° · Sea 18° · 8.4 h
In June, Soulac-sur-Mer is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 52 mm. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer in June81July27° · Sea 20° · 8.7 h
In July, Soulac-sur-Mer is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 35 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer in July81August27° · Sea 21° · 8.3 h
In August, Soulac-sur-Mer is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 41 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer in August66September24° · Sea 20° · 7.1 h
In September, Soulac-sur-Mer is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 52 mm. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer in September21October20° · Sea 18° · 4.7 h
In October, Soulac-sur-Mer is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 76 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer in October8November14° · Sea 15° · 3.2 h
In November, Soulac-sur-Mer is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer in November8December11° · Sea 12° · 2.7 h
In December, Soulac-sur-Mer is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 12.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 78 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Soulac-sur-Mer.
Soulac-sur-Mer 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 Soulac-sur-Mer
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°
CoolOctober: nights around 11°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in February (4°), the warmest in July (17°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to August. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated.
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 | 9 | 11° | 5° | 10.7° | 2.8 h | 12 | 75 |
| FebruaryFeb | 16 | 12° | 4° | 10.0° | 4.1 h | 9 | 56 |
| MarchMar | 18 | 15° | 6° | 10.8° | 5.4 h | 11 | 56 |
| AprilApr | 22 | 18° | 8° | 12.7° | 6.5 h | 11 | 60 |
| MayMay | 39 | 21° | 12° | 15.2° | 7.5 h | 11 | 64 |
| JuneJun | 69 | 25° | 15° | 18.3° | 8.4 h | 9 | 52 |
| JulyJul | 81 | 27° | 17° | 20.0° | 8.7 h | 7 | 35 |
| AugustAug | 81 | 27° | 16° | 20.7° | 8.3 h | 7 | 41 |
| SeptemberSep | 66 | 24° | 14° | 19.5° | 7.1 h | 8 | 52 |
| OctoberOct | 21 | 20° | 11° | 17.6° | 4.7 h | 11 | 76 |
| NovemberNov | 8 | 14° | 8° | 14.9° | 3.2 h | 13 | 86 |
| DecemberDec | 8 | 11° | 5° | 12.1° | 2.7 h | 13 | 78 |
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 Soulac-sur-Mer
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 16.3 – 18.6 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Aug
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Soulac-sur-Mer ranges from 10.0 °C in February to 20.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to August.
From November to December 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 19.8 and 21.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 10.7° | 9.7° | 11.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 10.0° | 8.9° | 10.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 10.8° | 9.7° | 11.7° | cold |
| AprilApr | 12.7° | 11.8° | 13.7° | cold |
| MayMay | 15.2° | 14.3° | 16.2° | cold |
| JuneJun | 18.3° | 17.2° | 19.5° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 20.0° | 19.0° | 21.0° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 20.7° | 19.8° | 21.8° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 19.5° | 18.2° | 20.7° | fresh |
| OctoberOct | 17.6° | 16.3° | 18.6° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 14.9° | 13.9° | 16.2° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 12.1° | 10.9° | 13.4° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Soulac-sur-Mer
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 4.7 of 11.0 hours of daylight in Soulac-sur-Mer, 43 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Soulac-sur-Mer: 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, Soulac-sur-Mer has about 11 rainy days with 76 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Soulac-sur-Mer
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 45 min
- Fair skin
- about 55 min
- Light brown skin
- about 80 min
- Olive skin
- about 100 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 Soulac-sur-Mer
How breezy and how cloudy Soulac-sur-Mer 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 Soulac-sur-Mer 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 60 % of the sky over Soulac-sur-Mer: variable cloud, with about 4.7 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 Soulac-sur-Mer
How often the day gets hot in Soulac-sur-Mer (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, Soulac-sur-Mer has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 20 °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 Soulac-sur-Mer
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Soulac-sur-Mer 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.
Soulac-sur-Mer has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 81) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 9).
- 21
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 12 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 45
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 81
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 21
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 9
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 11 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 2.8 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 20 min
- Distance
- 660 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.
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Soulac-sur-Mer vs Cognac
In October the holiday weather in Soulac-sur-Mer and Cognac is about equally good (score 21 vs 17). During the day Cognac is 1 °C cooler than Soulac-sur-Mer.
| in October | Soulac-sur-Mer | Cognac |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 21 | 17 |
| Daytime high | 20° | 19° |
| Sea | 18° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 11 | 11 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Apr – Sep |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Soulac-sur-Mer
When is the best time to visit Soulac-sur-Mer?
The best time to visit Soulac-sur-Mer 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 Soulac-sur-Mer?
The sea temperature in Soulac-sur-Mer ranges from 10.0 °C in February to 20.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to August.
Can you swim in Soulac-sur-Mer in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 17.6 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from July to August.
What is the warmest month in Soulac-sur-Mer?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 27 °C and nights around 16 °C. January is the coolest month at 11 °C.
When does it rain most in Soulac-sur-Mer?
Rain is frequent from November to December; the wettest month is November with 86 mm. The driest month is July with 35 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Soulac-sur-Mer get?
Soulac-sur-Mer gets around 2,110 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 8.7 hours a day; in December there are 2.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Soulac-sur-Mer in?
Soulac-sur-Mer is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Soulac-sur-Mer?
A nonstop flight from London to Soulac-sur-Mer takes about 1 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 660 km.
Which school holidays are best for Soulac-sur-Mer?
Soulac-sur-Mer has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 81) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 9). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 21, May half-term 45, summer holidays 81, October half-term 21, Christmas holidays 9.