Corsica
Mountains that reach two and a half thousand metres a short drive from beaches that could pass for the Caribbean, and a maquis scrubland so fragrant Napoleon claimed he could smell it from the sea.
The best time to visit Corsica is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (86°F). Local time there is 18:33 (UTC+2).
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The year at a glance
June · high 28°C · rain 42mm · 15.2h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Ajaccio, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C55°F | 79mm3.1in | 9.4h9.4h | |
| February | 15°C59°F | 43mm1.7in | 10.5h10.5h | |
| March | 16°C61°F | 45mm1.8in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| April | 18°C65°F | 78mm3.1in | 13.3h13.3h | |
| May | 22°C71°F | 83mm3.3in | 14.5h14.5h | |
| June | 28°C83°F | 42mm1.7in | 15.2h15.2h | in the recommended window |
| July | 31°C88°F | 14mm0.6in | 14.9h14.9h | in the recommended window |
| August | 30°C87°F | 44mm1.7in | 13.9h13.9h | in the recommended window |
| September | 27°C81°F | 86mm3.4in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| October | 23°C73°F | 88mm3.5in | 11.0h11.0h | |
| November | 17°C63°F | 175mm6.9in | 9.7h9.7h | |
| December | 15°C59°F | 154mm6.1in | 9.1h9.1h |
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When is the best time to visit Corsica?
The best time to visit Corsica is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (86°F).
How warm does Corsica get?
Typical daytime highs in Corsica are Mar–May 19°C (65°F), Jun–Aug 30°C (86°F), Sep–Nov 22°C (72°F), Dec–Feb 14°C (57°F).
Is Corsica expensive?
On the ground, Corsica is middling.
What sort of trip is Corsica good for?
Corsica is good for adventure holidays, nature and scenery, beach and sun holidays, bucket-list trips.
How rainy is Corsica?
The wettest month in Corsica is November at 175mm (6.9in), the driest July at 14mm (0.6in), with a monthly average of 78mm (3.1in).
What plug do I need for Corsica?
Corsica uses type C, E sockets at 230 V.
