Pays de la Loire Weather & Climate: France

Climate by month across the Pays de la Loire, France, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of the Pays de la Loire

Whether you're visiting the Pays de la Loire in France during the peak of August (23°C (73°F)) or the cooler months around February (10°C (50°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Les Sables-dʼOlonne, 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.

the Pays de la Loire offers pleasant conditions in June, July, August and September, with temperatures typically ranging from 21°C (70°F) to 23°C (73°F).

When it comes to rainfall, the Pays de la Loire sees significant variations throughout the year. November tends to be the wettest, receiving 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while July is much drier with just 38 mm (1.5 in).

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for July, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore the Pays de la Loire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Pays de la Loire — and find the best time to visit. (based on Les Sables-dʼOlonne)

Popular cities by month

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Les Sables-dʼOlonne Nantes Le Mans La Tranche-sur-Mer Angers Saint-Jean-de-Monts
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Climate map of the Pays de la Loire

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Les Sables-dʼOlonne 11°C (52°F) 23°C (73°F) 6°C (43°F) 17°C (63°F) 867 mm (34 in) 2,109 hours
Nantes 10°C (50°F) 26°C (79°F) 3°C (37°F) 15°C (59°F) 774 mm (30 in) 1,797 hours
Le Mans 9°C (48°F) 26°C (79°F) 2°C (36°F) 14°C (57°F) 754 mm (30 in)
La Tranche-sur-Mer 11°C (52°F) 24°C (75°F) 5°C (41°F) 17°C (63°F) 840 mm (33 in) 2,109 hours
Angers 10°C (50°F) 26°C (79°F) 3°C (37°F) 15°C (59°F) 725 mm (29 in)
Saint-Jean-de-Monts 11°C (52°F) 23°C (73°F) 6°C (43°F) 17°C (63°F) 764 mm (30 in) 1,797 hours

Places in the Pays de la Loire, France

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