Best time to go to Reims

Evan Kingsley wrote on 9/24/2023. Last updated: 6/20/2024

Best month to visit Reims

Reims Cathedral Gardens
The serene gardens of the Reims Cathedral, showcasing the stunning Gothic architecture and manicured greenery under a clear blue sky.

Ah, Reims, the City of Kings and Bubbly! When, you ask, is the best time to soak in this historic champagne city? Well, strap yourself on this virtual magic carpet as we fly through the French calendar. Shazam! Stop right at September! That's when Reims is at its charmed best.

Why September, you wonder? For starters, it's the harvest time in the Champagne region, and the air is abuzz with excitement. Not to mention the weather is comfortably warm - not too hot, nor too cold - making it a Goldilocks-approved time for your travel plan. The lively events such as the Jazz Festival also make a grand appearance around this time of the year. So, all in all, September, my dear readers, is your 'when' to visit Reims!

Cheapest time to go to Reims

Aerial view of Reims
A high-angle shot capturing the urban landscape of Reims, with historic buildings flanking modern structures and thoroughfares.

Now let's talk budget. If you're a frugal flyer, you might want to circle January on your calendar. Post-holiday season, the city's prices take a pleasant dip, making it ideal for anyone on a shoestring budget.

Sure, the weather can be nippy, but the city's charm doesn't fade away. Grab a cup (or, let's be honest, a bottle) of champagne and explore the veritable treasure trove of history, minus the tourist crowd. So, if saving money while still having a blast is your cup of tea, January it is!

Worst time of year to visit Reims

Ever heard the song ‘Too Much Love Will Kill You’? Well, in Reims, too many tourists might, let's say, cramp your style. If you're looking to avoid heavy tourist traffic, steer clear of July and August. It's the peak of summer, and folks from all around flock to this historic city, creating quite a bustling (and bustle-filled) scene.

Weather in Reims

"What's the weather like?" is presumably the most asked question by every traveler. And our dear Reims, being a part of northeastern France, experiences a typical temperate climate. Summers exist as the bikini-friendly type, while winters call for cozy woolen sweaters.

To give you more clarity, here's a temperature overview for the city:

MonthAverage Temperature (°C)Average Temperature (°F)
January0 to 632 to 43
February1 to 734 to 45
March4 to 1139 to 52
April7 to 1545 to 59
May11 to 1952 to 66
June14 to 2257 to 72
July16 to 2561 to 77
August16 to 2461 to 75
September13 to 2155 to 70
October9 to 1548 to 59
November4 to 939 to 48
December1 to 634 to 43

This handy table will help you plan your travel wardrobe to be just right, and not at the mercy of the weather whimsies. Because in Reims, we want champagne, not complaints, right? Bon voyage, my darlings!


Evan Kingsley

Evan Kingsley

Hey, I’m Evan! Even though I’ve been bitten by a piranha, left stranded in the Sahara when my camel ditched me, and even spent a night in a Bhutanese jail over a supposedly stolen fruit (I swear I didn’t take it!), I still love traveling so much I don’t think I’ll ever stop. With over 130 countries under my belt, I’m always on the lookout for the next wild adventure… hopefully with fewer bites, camel betrayals, and misunderstandings over fruit!

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