Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Amboise in April
Amboise warms up: highs climb to 61°F (16°C), from 54°F in March, with lows of 42°F (6°C) and about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain.
It scores 83/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 61°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (47 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs near 61°F (16°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 42°F (6°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (47 mm) for the month.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May – September).
- Comfort improves from 69/100 in March to 83/100.
- Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 42°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Amboise in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Château Royal d'Amboise
Royal château on a ridge over the Loire, with Leonardo's tomb in its chapel.
Clos Lucé
Manor where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last years, with models of his inventions in the park.
Why now April scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
La Cave aux Fouées
Cave restaurant serving fouées, puffed bread with rillettes and goat cheese.
Loire à Vélo
Signed riverside cycle route; the Amboise–Tours stretch is about 25 km and flat.
Why now Highs near 61°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Amboise Market
Riverside market with cheeses, charcuterie and produce.
Nearby in April
- Tours in April~14 mi · highs 61°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Saumur in April~51 mi · highs 61°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in April~118 mi · highs 61°F, 1.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Reims in April~190 mi · highs 60°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Amboise in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Amboise?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 83/100 against a best of 92 in May – September. Expect highs of 61°F (16°C) and 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain. Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Amboise in April?
Average highs are 61°F (16°C) and average lows 42°F (6°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amboise in April?
Not much: about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.7 in (678 mm).
What should I pack for Amboise in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 42°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Amboise in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.