Orléans Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Orléans, Centre, France, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) in August, while winters cool to 9°C (48°F) in February.
Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 723 mm (28 in), with May being the wettest month. July is the sunniest month, averaging 8.0 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Orléans
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Orléans. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C (48°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 15°C (59°F) in August to 2°C (36°F) in February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Orléans
Generally, Orléans has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 723 mm (28 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Orléans enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In May, you can expect around 72 mm (2.8 in) of precipitation, while in September, Orléans receives about 53 mm (2.1 in). For more details, please visit our Orléans Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Orléans
Orléans can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 8.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Orléans by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Orléans.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 89%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Orléans
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) to 4 m/s (8 knots). It is lower in October and higher in January, February, March, April and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Orléans 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Orléans
During the months of May, June, July, August and September, Orléans enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (69°F) to 27°C (80°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 53 mm (2.1 in) in September to 72 mm (2.8 in) in May. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
