Loire Weather in November

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

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Saint-Étienne Saint-Chamond Loire Valley

Planning a getaway to the Loire, France this November and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Loire in November

The Loire, France is a region in France. November in the Loire generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Saint-Étienne at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Loire Valley at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Loire Valley and 3°C (37°F) in Saint-Étienne.

For a closer look at conditions across the Loire, France, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Loire Valley with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Saint-Chamond with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Saint-Étienne receives about 85 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in the Loire in November

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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 November for some of the most popular destinations in the Loire, France?

Temperature range in the Loire (November)

Precipitation variation in the Loire (November)

Saint-Étienne

In November Saint-Étienne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
85 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Saint-Étienne →

Saint-Chamond

In November Saint-Chamond generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
85 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
101 mm (4 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Saint-Chamond →

Loire Valley

In November Loire Valley generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
77 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Loire Valley →

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In our records: France November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in France in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest November day in France brought 268 mm (11 in) in Carcassonne on November 30, 1993.

Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint-Étienne 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Saint-Chamond 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Loire Valley 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

The Loire weather in November: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across the Loire, France in November. The popular destination of Saint-Étienne averages 11°C (52°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this month.

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

In Saint-Étienne, the average daytime high in November is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Loire, France during November, with Saint-Étienne averaging close to 98 mm (3.9 in).

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

In our opinion, November may not be the ideal time to visit the Loire, France due to the typically unpleasant weather in Saint-Étienne.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Saint-Étienne. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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