Monts de Blond
Mountains Low wooded hills in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Low wooded uplands in Nouvelle‑Aquitaine, the Monts de Blond are dotted with villages and quiet lanes; visitors come for walking routes, pastoral scenery and simple country life.
How to Get to Monts de Blond #
The Monts de Blond are accessible by car from Limoges (about 1-1.5 hours) or from Guéret. Local departmental roads connect the small towns and trailheads; public transport is limited, so driving is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Monts de Blond #
- Check local signage for forestry tracks; parking spots are small and often unsigned.
- The area's volcanic geology makes for pleasant rock formations - keep an eye out for basalt columns on less-travelled tracks.
- Combine walking with a visit to the local market for chestnuts and goat cheese when in season.
Best Time to Visit Monts de Blond #
Summer and autumn are the most comfortable and interesting times to explore the Monts de Blond region.
Weather & Climate near Monts de Blond #
Monts de Blond's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 23°C. Abundant rainfall (1008 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).
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July
July is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 100 mm of rain.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 100 mm of rain.
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