La Quina Archaeological Site
Paleolithic archaeological site in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
La Quina is a Paleolithic archaeological site in Nouvelle-Aquitaine known for Mousterian stone tools; specialists and curious visitors come for field displays and regional museum collections.
La Quina at a Glance#
Address: La Quina, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
How to Get to La Quina#
La Quina is in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. Access is by regional roads; the nearest larger towns depend on the specific commune. Visitors interested in the archaeology should contact regional museums or university departments in advance.
Tips for Visiting La Quina#
- Wear boots: La Quina is a flint-knapping site area with acidic soils and often damp trails.
- If interested in Paleolithic archaeology, coordinate with regional museums in Dordogne and Charente for related exhibits and research.
- Respect the landscape: many of the best artifacts were found by professionals; casual metal-detecting or collecting is prohibited.
Best Time to Visit La Quina#
Visit between May and September when conditions are most pleasant for field visits and nearby museums are fully open.
Weather & Climate near La Quina#
La Quina's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (872 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 9° | 3° | 86 mm | overcast | 92% | 2.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| February | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 3.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Acceptable | 4° - 14° | 7° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 6° - 16° | 11° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.2 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 74 mm | overcast | 78% | 2.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.7h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 23° | 18° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.4h |
| July | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.1h |
| August | Excellent | 14° - 26° | 20° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 64% | 2.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.9h |
| September | Excellent | 12° - 23° | 17° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.4 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.5 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.8h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 7° | 95 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| December | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 4° | 94 mm | overcast | 92% | 2.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |