The privileged situation between sea and mountains gives Menton the reputation as the most temperate city in France ; its climate is considered sub-tropical. Menton is in fact, sheltered from the wind by the Mont Angel to the West and by the foothills of the Alps to the North and Northeast.
The winters are mild and sunny
The Thermometer rarely goes below 0°C, the lowest average temperature is 11,3°C in January. The luxurious tropical vegetation such as the palm trees, lemon trees, banana trees, jasmines... is living proof of the wonderful climate in Menton.
Summers are hot : 25°C average temperature, in July and August with a cooling sea breeze.
The city enjoys 316 days of sunshine a year.
