Lille weather
Our guide to the weather in Lille during August
We've looked at the most up-to-date weather data for Lille, covering the last 12 years up to 2024, plus we've asked our team of travel bloggers for their first-hand experiences in order to answer the most frequently asked questions about Lille weather in August.
How warm is it in Lille during August?
August is typically the warmest month in Lille. The temperature reaches around 24℃ during the daytime, falling away to 15℃ at night. The UV index will be moderate at this time of year, so not something to worry about for the average person. However, if you're going to be outside for long periods it's worth wearing a broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember that bright surfaces, such as water and sand increase UV exposure.
Does it rain in Lille during August?
On average, there will be 5 rainy days during the month, amounting to 74.0mm in total. That's broadly comparable with the amount of rain we see in England during the summer months, and would be considered dry. There's a small chance that you'll catch a thunderstorm during your trip.
Is it windy in Lille during August?
You're unlikely to experience any strong winds. Expect a light breeze that picks up slightly at times in August. With warm air temperatures and high humidity, any breeze will feel warm but refreshing.
Lille Blog posts
From the UK's most popular travel bloggers
Weekend Getaway to Lille France
12th January 2023 by A July Dreamer
was the perfect opportunity to do just that. I had an amazing time with my best friend, discovering the sights and sounds of Lille. From the delicious food to the stunning architecture, it was a weekend I won't forget in a hurry....
Announcing the winner of our Eurostar holiday competition
29th June 2023 by Emma
On Thursday 24rd September we drew the winner of our summer Eurostar holiday competition. From the thousands of valid entries received, twenty were chosen at random and placed in a "hat" (our trusty Cabeau travel pillow bag). Watch the video of Stuart drawing the winner in the Facebook video above.A big congratulations to Sophie-Mai Wilde! Her prize is valid for 12 months, so I'm sure she'll make good use of it once the current travel restrictions are lifted. And thank you to all who entered;...
A Lille trip by Eurostar
6th July 2020 by ScribbleStu
Located in France’s northern Hauts-de-France region, close to the Belgian border, Lille is a surprisingly short journey from the UK. It’s a great destination for a quick and hassle-free mini-break, or as a way of getting those travel juices flowing again after lockdown. Getting there. There are indirect flights with various airlines but it’s much better news if you live close enough to a Eurostar station: at just an hour and 26 minutes from London, the journey to Lille is direct and...
Booking a Christmas market trip
8th February 2021 by Stuart
It's Chriiiiiiiiiiistmmaaaaaaaaasss!! Well, no actually, it isn't. But if you could see my inbox - full up with countless snowy and festive wintery travel deals - you'd definitely think it was close. September is clearly the month for change: hazy sunshiney memories begin to take a backseat, superseded by thoughts of wintery getaways.With all this in mind, and added to the fact it's often more advantageous to beat the rush and book your Chrimbo break early, we're celebrating with a whole...
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