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France Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in France in September.

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Paris Cannes Lyon Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Are you planning a trip a to France in September and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in France in September

In September, France experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Val dʼIsère at 13°C (55°F) to warm in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès at 27°C (81°F). At night it cools down to 16°C (61°F) in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès and 3°C (37°F) in Val dʼIsère.

To explore the conditions in France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pietra Longa Salvini with an average of 37 mm (1.5 in) to high rainfall in Entre-Deux-Monts with 151 mm (5.9 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Paris.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Paris gets approximately 172 hours of sunlight in September, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in France in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across France.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in France

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in France?

Temperature range in France (September)

Precipitation variation in France (September)

Paris

In September Paris generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
172 hours
126 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Paris →

Cannes

In September Cannes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
226 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Cannes →

Nice

In September Nice generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
226 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Nice →

Lyon

In September Lyon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
195 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Lyon →

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

In September Chamonix-Mont-Blanc generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
190 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc →

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in France in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Paris 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Cannes 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Lyon 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Marseille 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Biarritz 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

France weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in France in September?

Expect perfect weather across France in September. The popular destination of Paris averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in France in September?

In Paris, the average daytime high in September is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does France get a lot of rain in September?

September is on the drier side in France. Paris averages only about 52 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is September a Good Time to Visit France?

We believe that September is one of the best times to visit France with overall perfect weather in Paris. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Paris. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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