Wedding Weather in Étretat
Historical weather statistics for September 3.
Average Temperature
17.4°C
Min: 15°C | Max: 20°C
After dark
15°C
98% of years dropped below 18 °C
Rain Risk
32%
Rain of ≥1 mm · 450 days analysed
Heavy rain (≥5 mm): 10%
Precipitation
1.68 mm
Daily average 1996-2025
Average wind
24 km/h
Max 36 km/h · Moderate wind — rethink tall floral arches
Top 3 dates to get married in Étretat in September
Based on 30 years of historical weather, these are the dates with the best combination of temperature and lowest rain risk.
Moderate risk: have an optional Plan B
32% rainWith between 15% and 35% historical rain, it's unlikely but it can happen. A solid covered alternative avoids scares.
- 1
Reserve an indoor hall with capacity for all guests as backup.
- 2
Talk to your wedding planner about whether the ceremony can move indoors with 2h notice.
- 3
Consider a clear marquee (that doesn't break the aesthetic) if the venue allows it.
- 4
Communicate the Plan B in the itinerary so guests know where to go.
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Weather History for September 3 in Étretat
Real weather data recorded on this date, year by year.
Across 450 days analysed (30 years of history for this date plus the 7 days either side), it rained 32% of the time (≥1 mm).
Attire & Styling Recommendations
Cool Weather Wedding: Mild-cool weather. Ideal for bridal gowns with dense lace. We recommend guests bring light jackets or evening shawls. Men will feel comfortable in traditional three-piece suits.
Nights typically drop to 15 °C: in 98% of years it was 18 °C or colder. Tell your guests to bring a jacket.
Photography & Golden Hour
Estimated sunset at 18:42 (local solar time). Schedule your ceremony around 16:42 to capture the golden hour (17:52 - 18:42) in your photos.
Time computed from solar astronomy. Civil time (with DST and political timezones) may differ by ±1h.
Annual Averages: Month-by-Month in Étretat
Plan ahead. Compare average temperatures, historical rain days, and the weather comfort index (Quality score) calculated for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg Temp | Min / Max | Rainy Days (Avg) | Rain Risk | Comfort Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C | 4.3°C / 7.8°C | 14.5 days | 47% | 1 / 10 |
| February | 6.2°C | 4.3°C / 8.3°C | 12.9 days | 45% | 1 / 10 |
| March | 7.7°C | 5.4°C / 10.3°C | 11.5 days | 37% | 1.3 / 10 |
| April | 9.9°C | 7.2°C / 12.7°C | 10.4 days | 35% | 2.4 / 10 |
| May | 12.8°C | 10.1°C / 15.4°C | 11.9 days | 38% | 3.2 / 10 |
| June | 15.7°C | 12.9°C / 18.3°C | 11.2 days | 37% | 4.5 / 10 |
| July | 17.6°C | 15°C / 20.1°C | 10.8 days | 35% | 5.5 / 10 |
| August | 18.1°C | 15.7°C / 20.7°C | 11.1 days | 36% | 5.6 / 10 |
| September | 16.4°C | 14°C / 19°C | 11.5 days | 38% | 4.7 / 10 |
| October | 13.6°C | 11.5°C / 15.9°C | 15.8 days | 51% | 2.6 / 10 |
| November | 9.9°C | 8.2°C / 11.8°C | 16.8 days | 56% | 1 / 10 |
| December | 7.2°C | 5.5°C / 8.9°C | 16 days | 52% | 1 / 10 |
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