Loire Weather in October

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

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Saint-Étienne Saint-Chamond Loire Valley

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

What to Expect in the Loire in October

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Saint-Étienne.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Loire Valley with an average of 73 mm (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Saint-Chamond with 102 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Saint-Étienne, you can expect around 133 hours of sunlight in October, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in the Loire in October

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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

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Temperature range in the Loire (October)

Precipitation variation in the Loire (October)

Saint-Étienne

In October Saint-Étienne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
133 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Saint-Étienne →

Saint-Chamond

In October Saint-Chamond generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
133 hours
85 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
102 mm (4 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Saint-Chamond →

Loire Valley

In October Loire Valley generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
120 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Loire Valley →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint-Étienne 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Saint-Chamond 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Loire Valley 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

The Loire weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

the Loire, France typically experiences tolerable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Saint-Étienne average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in the Loire, France during October range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Saint-Étienne.

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

Not particularly. Saint-Étienne averages just 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for the Loire, France.

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

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit the Loire, France with overall tolerable weather in Saint-Étienne. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Loire, France is in June, July, August and September with generally 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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