Late summer · Weather & things to do
Amboise in August
Little changes in Amboise from July: highs stay near 81°F (27°C), lows near 58°F (15°C), and about 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain falls.
At 89/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 2.0 in (50 mm)
- Humidity
- 65%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 89/100 · Great
What August feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is moderate at about 2.0 in (50 mm) for the month.
Plan around August
August is one of Amboise's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from July (89 → 89/100).
- August sits inside the May – Sep window our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 81°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 58°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Amboise in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Château de Chenonceau
Château spanning the River Cher on arches, shaped by Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de' Medici.
Why now August scores 89/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Clos Lucé
Manor where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last years, with models of his inventions in the park.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 2.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Loire à Vélo
Signed riverside cycle route; the Amboise–Tours stretch is about 25 km and flat.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Maison Bigot
Pâtisserie and tearoom below the château since 1913.
La Cave aux Fouées
Cave restaurant serving fouées, puffed bread with rillettes and goat cheese.
Nearby in August
- Tours in August~14 mi · highs 80°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Saumur in August~51 mi · highs 79°F, 1.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Paris in August~118 mi · highs 77°F, 2.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Reims in August~190 mi · highs 75°F, 2.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
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 August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Amboise?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 89/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Sep window our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends.
How hot is Amboise in August?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 58°F (15°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amboise in August?
Not much: about 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.7 in (678 mm).
What should I pack for Amboise in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 81°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 58°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in August
- Loire Valley Châteaux May – Sep
Planning Amboise in August?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.