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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Weather in September

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

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Planning a journey to Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in September

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France is a region in France. In September, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Le Monêtier-les-Bains at 14°C (57°F) to warm in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès and 3°C (37°F) in Le Monêtier-les-Bains.

For a closer look at conditions across Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Port-Cros with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Potelières with 137 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this September. For example, Cannes gets approximately 226 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 September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France?

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

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

Cannes

In September Cannes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°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)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
226 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Cannes →

Nice

In September Nice generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°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)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
226 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Nice →

Marseille

In September Marseille generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
330 hours
260 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Marseille →

Sainte-Maxime

In September Sainte-Maxime generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
356 hours
320 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Sainte-Maxime →

Avignon

In September Avignon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
330 hours
260 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cannes 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Marseille 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nice 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Sainte-Maxime 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Avignon 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Aix en Provence 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 77 mm (3 in)

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

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

In September, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France generally has perfect weather conditions. Cannes sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 18°C (64°F).

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

In Cannes, the average daytime high in September is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 18°C (64°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France during September, with Cannes averaging close to 80 mm (3.1 in).

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

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. Typically, the climate in Cannes is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Cannes. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be unpleasant.

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