Temple of Claudius Archaeological Site
Ancient Roman temple dedicated to Emperor Claudius
An imperial Roman temple dating to the 1st century AD, the Temple of Claudius in Rome survives as archaeological remains visited for ancient masonry and forum-era urban layout.
Temple of Claudius at a Glance#
Address: Jardins de la Fontaine, Nîmes, France
Hours: Daily 9:00am-7:00pm (museum hours nearby)
How to Get to Temple of Claudius#
The site is in central Nîmes, a short walk from the city centre and the train station. The Jardins de la Fontaine and adjacent Roman monuments are easily reachable on foot.
Tips for Visiting Temple of Claudius#
- Visit early morning to enjoy quieter views of the ruins before the city's daytime crowds arrive.
- Combine a visit with the nearby Maison Carrée and the Jardins de la Fontaine for a full historical walk of Nîmes.
- Wear shoes with good grip - the Roman paving and steps can be worn and uneven.
Best Time to Visit Temple of Claudius#
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for exploring Nîmes' Roman sites.
Weather & Climate near Temple of Claudius#
Temple of Claudius's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (713 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 7° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 1.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| February | Good | 4° - 13° | 8° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Very Good | 6° - 16° | 11° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.2h |
| May | Excellent | 12° - 23° | 18° | 41 mm | some cloud | 68% | 2.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Ideal | 16° - 27° | 22° | 30 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 15.0h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 25° | 15 mm | clear | 55% | 2.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.7h |
| August | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 25° | 33 mm | clear | 55% | 2.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 16° - 27° | 21° | 65 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 89 mm | some cloud | 73% | 1.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| December | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 8° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.1h |
