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Sarlat-la-Canéda in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Sarlat-la-Canéda in August 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether August is a good month to travel to Sarlat-la-Canéda, Périgord-Dordogne.

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Sarlat-la-Canéda in August 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Sarlat-la-Canéda in August in summary
Ideal weather
Min 15°C Max 27°C 63 mm 4 day(s) 87% 28% UV 6 12.4 h/day
Best activities in August
Hiking and trekkingCultural visits and heritageFamily and attractionsNature and landscapesGastronomy
Practical guidelines
Very large crowds Very high prices 05:57 20:01
Hourly weather

Average weather in Sarlat-la-Canéda in August 2027

Ideal weather

The weather in Sarlat-la-Canéda in August 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in August. This allows you to forecast the weather in August 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Sarlat-la-Canéda in August

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Sarlat-la-Canéda in August.

Temperatures and rain in Sarlat-la-Canéda in August

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in August.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of August is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Sarlat-la-Canéda in August

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Sarlat-la-Canéda in August

Check the seasonal normals in Sarlat-la-Canéda in August and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
August
Weather data July August September
Outside temperature
Average temperature 21.7°C 21.5°C 18.0°C
Maximum temperature 27.1°C 27.5°C 24.0°C
Minimum temperature 16.4°C 15.4°C 12.0°C
Record maximum temperature 39.0°C
(2015)
38.0°C
(2009)
34.0°C
(2016)
Record low temperature 10.0°C
(2012)
8.0°C
(2010)
1.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 10 day(s)
(32%)
11 day(s)
(35%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(97%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
27 day(s)
(90%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 11 km/h 10 km/h 10 km/h
Wind temperature 16.4°C 15.5°C 11.7°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 63.8 mm 63.1 mm 68.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 13 day(s)
(42%)
11 day(s)
(35%)
11 day(s)
(37%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(12%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
4 day(s)
(14%)
Record precipitation in one day 49.7 mm
(2011)
50.3 mm
(2011)
57.2 mm
(2015)
Other weather data
Humidity 87% 87% 89%
Visibility 8.5 km 8.7 km 8.4 km
Cloud cover 33% 28% 32%
UV index 6 6 5
Daily sunshine 13h 12h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h23 05h57 06h34
Sunset time 20h38 20h01 19h06
Day length 15h15 14h04 12h32
Our opinion on the climate in August
The review of Where And When ideal weather ideal weather favourable weather
Activities and events

What to do in Sarlat-la-Canéda in August?

Best activities in August
Hiking and trekkingCultural visits and heritageFamily and attractionsNature and landscapesGastronomy
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Sarlat-la-Canéda in August last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Sarlat-la-Canéda in August 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
13°C27°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
11°C27°C0.0 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
11°C29°C0.0 mm
4
Clear/Sunny
14°C36°C0.0 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
15°C32°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
13°C33°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
14°C37°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
18°C39°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
20°C39°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
18°C40°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
21°C43°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
17°C43°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
18°C37°C0.5 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
17°C39°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
21°C41°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
21°C40°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
17°C39°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
17°C34°C0.0 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
16°C25°C1.1 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
14°C27°C0.1 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
13°C21°C0.9 mm
22
Partly Cloudy
13°C28°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
11°C31°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
13°C35°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
15°C35°C0.0 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
16°C28°C0.3 mm
27
Light rain shower
16°C26°C3.1 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
14°C24°C2.2 mm
29
Light rain shower
13°C19°C3.4 mm
30
Light rain shower
14°C22°C0.5 mm
31
Partly Cloudy
16°C26°C3.3 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Sarlat-la-Canéda in August: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, this is one of the best times. The weather conditions are ideal in Sarlat-la-Canéda in August, which places this month 2th out of 12. Expect, however, more crowds and higher prices.

Expect an average of 27°C during the day and 15°C at night, with about 63 mm of precipitation spread over 4 rainy days.

Expect about 12.4 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Hiking and trekking, Cultural visits and heritage, Family and attractions and Nature and landscapes. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Yes: this month is in Very large crowds, with a visitor index of 100/100. Book your accommodation and transportation well in advance.

Yes: prices are at level Very high prices, with a price index of 100/100, including flights and accommodation. Booking early makes a real difference.

The most favorable months in Sarlat-la-Canéda are: May, June, July, August, September and October. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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