When to come on vacation to the Landes ?
The climate in the Landes
Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the Landes have a pleasant oceanic climate, generally characterized by hot, sunny summers and mild winters with sometimes a few rainy episodes.
It is not uncommon to see the café terraces bustling all year round as soon as the sun comes out and warms the place (exceptionally in December and January, a few times in February and November, quite regularly in March, April and October , almost all the time from May to September).
As for temperatures, no extreme cold in the Landes: the average temperature fluctuates around 6°C in January and 24°C in July.
In summer, the Landes are often cited as a sunny destination.
The best times to come
Spring and autumn are the best times to go to the Landes.
In April, May and June, the department experiences very pleasant weather with an alternation of beautiful sunny days and a few rainy episodes. The mild temperatures are conducive to beautiful walks on the Landes coast to breathe in the sea spray or explore the local heritage inland.
The museums are reopening, there are many events, so are the activities… And we take the time to appreciate each moment!
Autumn is very often a beautiful season in the Landes.
In September and October, we enjoy the Landes “Indian summer” with the days still long and sunny but above all calm, far from the summer crowds. Another advantage? Pleasant temperatures with a pleasant coolness in the evening and very low prices.
It is also the ideal time for outdoor activities (cycling, hiking, paddle, surfing, etc.) and for swimming with ocean temperatures that have risen during the summer.
And the winter in the Landes ?
The mild winter of the Landes makes it a very popular season for nature lovers who wish to stroll in the nature reserves to observe the common cranes, to taste the generous gastronomy or to enjoy thermal cures and the numerous spas.
The best times to practice your favorite activities
In the Landes, each season is a favorable period for practicing certain activities. We have classified them by type of activity:
From June to September. Swimming is generally supervised on the beaches during this period. Do not hesitate to consult our Landes Beaches website.
Every month of the year. Winter will be ideal for walking in nature reserves and admiring passing migratory birds.
Mainly in July and August.
From May to October.
From April to October you will find most of the visiting sites open and organized activities. But villages like Labastide-d’Armagnac can be discovered all year round.
Every month of the year you can relax in the hot baths between spas and thermal baths.
From March to October, but well-equipped enthusiasts can also brave the cool winter temperatures.