Loire Weather in July

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

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Saint-Étienne Saint-Chamond Loire Valley

Thinking about venturing to the Loire, France this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Loire in July

The Loire, France is a region in France. July in the Loire generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Saint-Étienne. On average, July is the warmest month of the year in the Loire, France. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Loire, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Loire Valley with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Saint-Chamond with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

July brings good sunshine to many areas. Saint-Étienne sees around 277 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Loire in July

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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 the Loire

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in the Loire, France?

Temperature range in the Loire (July)

Precipitation variation in the Loire (July)

Saint-Étienne

In July Saint-Étienne generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
277 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Saint-Étienne →

Saint-Chamond

In July Saint-Chamond generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
277 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Saint-Chamond →

Loire Valley

In July Loire Valley generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
241 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Loire Valley →

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Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Loire in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint-Étienne 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Saint-Chamond 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Loire Valley 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

The Loire weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Loire, France in July?

July in the Loire, France brings perfect weather. In Saint-Étienne, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in the Loire, France in July?

Saint-Étienne averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does the Loire, France get a lot of rain in July?

July is on the drier side in the Loire, France. Saint-Étienne averages only about 82 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is July a Good Time to Visit the Loire, France?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to the Loire, France. Typically, the climate in Saint-Étienne is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Saint-Étienne. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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