the Loire is one of several regions in France, with temperatures that range from 6°C (43°F) in January to 26°C (79°F) during the peak of August. We've based our full climate overview on data from Saint-Étienne, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In the Loire, the months of May, June, July, August and September bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 20°C (68°F) and 26°C (79°F).
The colder period typically falls in the months of January, February and December.
When it comes to rainfall, the Loire experiences moderate variations in precipitation across the seasons. You can expect around 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain in May, dropping to 59 mm (2.3 in) in March.
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for July, when daylight hours are at their peak.
