Late winter · Weather & things to do
Amboise in February
Amboise edges warmer than January, with highs of 47°F (8°C), lows of 33°F (1°C) and about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 56/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 47°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (48 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 56/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Cool days top out near 47°F (8°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Lows average 33°F (1°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (48 mm) for the month.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are May – September.
- Comfort improves from 49/100 in January to 56/100.
- Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 47°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Amboise in February
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Clos Lucé
Manor where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last years, with models of his inventions in the park.
Château de Chenonceau
Château spanning the River Cher on arches, shaped by Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de' Medici.
Maison Bigot
Pâtisserie and tearoom below the château since 1913.
Loire à Vélo
Signed riverside cycle route; the Amboise–Tours stretch is about 25 km and flat.
La Cave aux Fouées
Cave restaurant serving fouées, puffed bread with rillettes and goat cheese.
Nearby in February
- Tours in February~14 mi · highs 47°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Saumur in February~51 mi · highs 48°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in February~118 mi · highs 46°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Reims in February~190 mi · highs 44°F, 2.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, 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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Amboise?
It's middling, scoring 56/100. The best months are May – September, at up to 92. Expect highs of 47°F (8°C) and 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain. Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Amboise in February?
Average highs are 47°F (8°C) and average lows 33°F (1°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amboise in February?
Not much: about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.7 in (678 mm).
What should I pack for Amboise in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 47°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Amboise in February?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.