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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in October.

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Thinking about venturing to Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France this October 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 Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in October

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France is a region in France. Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Le Monêtier-les-Bains at 9°C (48°F) to warm in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès and -2°C (28°F) in Le Monêtier-les-Bains.

To explore the conditions in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rognac with an average of 84 mm (3.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Potelières with 174 mm (6.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Cannes gets approximately 199 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cannes)

January12°C (54°F) February13°C (55°F) March15°C (59°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October20°C (68°F) November16°C (61°F) December13°C (55°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.

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 Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France?

Temperature range in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (October)

Precipitation variation in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (October)

Cannes

In October Cannes generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
199 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Cannes →

Nice

In October Nice generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
199 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Nice →

Marseille

In October Marseille generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
188 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Marseille →

Sainte-Maxime

In October Sainte-Maxime generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
320 hours
250 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Sainte-Maxime →

Avignon

In October Avignon 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.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
188 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cannes 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Marseille 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Nice 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Sainte-Maxime 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Avignon 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Aix en Provence 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in October?

October in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France brings pleasant weather. In Cannes, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in October?

Average temperatures in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France during October range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Cannes.

Does Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France get a lot of rain in October?

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France sees substantial rainfall in October. Cannes typically averages about 117 mm (4.6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Cannes, October might be a good time to visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Cannes. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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