Weather in Corsica

January is one of Corsica’s coldest months, with cooler temperatures and a higher chance of rain. The island’s mountainous interior can be very cold, with snow possible at higher elevations; coastal areas tend to remain milder. We recommend visiting from May to September.

Another chilly month on the island, you may be surprised to learn that Corsica’s mountains provide a chance to ski, a contrast to the typical sunny climate you may expect.

The average temperatures begin to creep up again during the month of March, and while skiing is still possible in the mountains of Corsica during this month, longer sunshine hours and more heat will begin return.

The weather in Corsica in April begins to become a bit more desirable for those seeking some sunshine. During the Easter holidays it isn’t unusual to see holidaymakers on the beaches or by the pool, with temperatures creeping into the high teens.

May is a fantastic time to visit the island of Corsica, with the average temperatures creeping up and long sunshine hours awaiting holidaymakers. The temperature often breaks into the low-20s, and with it comes up to 10 hours of sunshine a day, compared to the four hours enjoyed in London in May.

Pack your swimming gear, your sun hat and the sun cream; the weather in Corsica in June begins to get nice and hot, ideal for beach breaks. A great option for couples or those looking to visit before the crowds come in the peak months.

As the summer holidays arrive, so do the crowds flocking to the Corsican coastline during the month of July, and for good reason too: the weather in Corsica in July is superb. Many head to the beach, whilst others enjoy their private pool!

August is the island’s hottest month and beach holidays will be at their best, with tourists flocking to sandy strips around the south and in Calvi. While it may be a little too hot to go hiking or cycling around the island, you can still get active and adventurous on the water!

The weather in Corsica in September is still pleasantly hot and sunny, proving a great time to visit the island for those hoping to avoid the summer holiday crowds. The later you get into the month, the quieter the beaches and core tourist destinations become.

While the weather in Corsica in October doesn’t hit the heights of July and August, there are still some sunny days hanging around that warrant a visit to the beach. Others will relish the decreasing temperatures, using the pleasant levels of heat as ideal conditions for outdoor adventures.

Temperatures drop sharply as November rolls in, ensuring most beaches and hotel pools will be empty as the island reflects on a beautiful summer. Direct flights from the UK will have stopped by this time.

As Christmas rolls around, temperatures rise no higher than the mid-teens, and Christmas becomes a focus on the island, a heavily religious population with festivities throughout the month.