Sancy Massif Weather in October

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

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Le Mont-Dore La Bourboule Chambon-sur-Lac Saint-Nectaire

Considering a trip to the Sancy Massif, France this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Sancy Massif in October

The Sancy Massif, France is a region in France. October in the Sancy Massif generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Le Mont-Dore.

To explore the conditions in the Sancy Massif, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saint-Nectaire with an average of 84 mm (3.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Picherande with 96 mm (3.8 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Sancy Massif 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 Sancy Massif

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in the Sancy Massif, France?

Temperature range in the Sancy Massif (October)

Precipitation variation in the Sancy Massif (October)

Le Mont-Dore

In October Le Mont-Dore generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Le Mont-Dore →

La Bourboule

In October La Bourboule generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in La Bourboule →

Chambon-sur-Lac

In October Chambon-sur-Lac generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
131 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Chambon-sur-Lac →

Saint-Nectaire

In October Saint-Nectaire generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
131 hours
77 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Saint-Nectaire →

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise

In October Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Le Mont-Dore 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
La Bourboule 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Chambon-sur-Lac 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Saint-Nectaire 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Murol 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

The Sancy Massif weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Sancy Massif, France in October?

October in the Sancy Massif, France brings tolerable weather. In Le Mont-Dore, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in the Sancy Massif, France in October?

Average temperatures in the Sancy Massif, France during October range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Le Mont-Dore.

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

Not particularly. Le Mont-Dore averages just 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for the Sancy Massif, France.

Is October a Good Time to Visit the Sancy Massif, France?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Le Mont-Dore, October might be a good time to visit the Sancy Massif, France. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Sancy Massif, France is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Le Mont-Dore. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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