Loire Weather in September

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

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Saint-Étienne Saint-Chamond Loire Valley

Planning a getaway to the Loire, France this September 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 September

The Loire, France is a region in France. September in the Loire generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Saint-Étienne.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Loire Valley with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Saint-Chamond with 99 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this September. For example, Saint-Étienne gets approximately 195 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Loire in September

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

Temperature range in the Loire (September)

Precipitation variation in the Loire (September)

Saint-Étienne

In September Saint-Étienne generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
195 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Saint-Étienne →

Saint-Chamond

In September Saint-Chamond generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
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)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
195 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Saint-Chamond →

Loire Valley

In September Loire Valley 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 perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
185 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Loire Valley →

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint-Étienne 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Saint-Chamond 22°C (72°F) 10°C (50°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Loire Valley 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)

The Loire weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across the Loire, France in September. The popular destination of Saint-Étienne averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

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

In Saint-Étienne, the average daytime high in September is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

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

September is on the drier side in the Loire, France. Saint-Étienne averages only about 95 mm (3.7 in), with most days staying dry.

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

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

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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