Weather in October in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Considering a trip to Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in October?
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur is a region in France. Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 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 to warm in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès at 22°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès and -2°C in Le Monêtier-les-Bains.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rognac with an average of 84 mm to heavy rainfall in Potelières with 174 mm.Average sunshine
The city Cannes usually sees around 199 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in October, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur climate page.
Where to go in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in October
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur?
Cannes
In October Cannes generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Nice
In October Nice generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Marseille
In October Marseille generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Sainte-Maxime
In October Sainte-Maxime generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Avignon
In October Avignon generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Cannes, October might be a good time to visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 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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