With over three hundred days of sunshine each year, but a moderate (not too warm) temperature, Aix-en-Provence is a travel destination which can be enjoyed by all throughout the year.   The one thing that travelers sometimes lament is that there does not seem to be much of a change in season in the area.  The summer lasts late in to the year and then there is simply a subtle shift, with the nights getting a bit cooler throughout the end of the year.  Once travelers from more extreme climates have adjusted to the subtlety of the change in seasons in the area, they often find that this ongoing naturally pleasant climate is thoroughly enjoyable.  It is important to note that Aix, along with the region of Provence as a whole, has the Mistral, a strong breeze able to lower the temperature ten degrees for a few days.  Bring at least one long sleeved jacket made of linen or some other breathable material.

Since there is really no bad time to visit Aix-en-Provence in terms of weather, visitors often wonder if there is a better time to go in terms of local cultural events or busy tourist seasons.  The tourist season in the area is to be expected – an influx during the summer when travelers have vacations from their lives elsewhere in the world and a peak during the winter holidays.  Travelers interested in avoiding the major crowds should plan to head to the area in the early spring or late fall.  In terms of events and festivals, there are several options for when to go to Aix-en-Provence.  More information about a variety of annual activities is available online at http://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g18... .