Climate in Menton

The peculiarity of Menton's Mediterranean climate is that, unlike other resort towns on the Côte d'Azur, it is subtropical rather than typical. This is due to the fact that Menton is completely closed from cold winds by the seaside Alps on the northern side. According to statistics, the sun shines here 316 days a year. The winters in Menton are very mild and wet, while the summers are sultry.

The maximum temperature in Menton is in August (the thermometer often rises to +35°C). And the coldest month is January with an average temperature of +10°C. Snow falls very rarely in winter (once every few years), and it doesn't last longer than a minute, so you won't be able to play snowballs.

The climate of Menton is considered to be one of the healthiest in France. Many years ago the resort was recognized as the most favorable place for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. The town is famous for its long-livers, so many French retirees move here to spend a peaceful old age in a "garden of Eden" near the sea and mountains.

The flora and fauna of Menton

The resort is not called a garden city for nothing. There is a huge number of parks with lush vegetation. Menton is especially famous for its lemon orchards. Thanks to the subtropical Mediterranean climate, these citrus fruits are the tastiest, juiciest and most flavorful on the continent. A wide variety of tropical plants can be found in ordinary urban gardens. And the Carnole Palace has the largest collection of citrus trees in Europe.

Dogs and cats can be found on the streets of the city. But in the national reserves of Menton the fauna is much richer. Mountain areas are inhabited by deer, chamois, argali, wolves are often found in the forests. The kings of the bird world are the grouse, the white partridge, the king eagle and the buzzard.