Normandy has a 'maritime' climate. The summers are warm and winters are
mild. Rain however is a part of the climate all year round, winter seeing more
rain than summer. The ongoing rain isn't enough to spoil a vacation most of the
time and it does have a benefit, the nature is incredibly lush and green.
Winter does see the occasional snow and frost as well, but in general the
climate is pretty moderate in winter.
Summers are a little warmer than in
southern Britain with up to 8 hours of sunshine per day. Cyclists love the
region because it is not nearly as hot as most other