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Amboise in July
Amboise's warmest month brings highs averaging 81°F (27°C), lows of 59°F (15°C) and about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain.
At 89/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 59°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 2.1 in (54 mm)
- Humidity
- 65%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 89/100 · Great
What July feels like
Warm afternoons near 81°F (27°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 59°F (15°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
About 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's July.
Long days help: there are roughly 15 h 23 min of daylight mid-month.
Plan around July
July is one of Amboise's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 85/100 in June to 89/100.
- July sits inside the May – Sep window our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 59°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Amboise in July
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Château Royal d'Amboise
Royal château on a ridge over the Loire, with Leonardo's tomb in its chapel.
Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire
Château, stables and an annual international garden festival.
Why now July scores 89/100 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 81°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Amboise Market
Riverside market with cheeses, charcuterie and produce.
Nearby in July
- Tours in July~14 mi · highs 80°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Saumur in July~51 mi · highs 79°F, 2.0 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Paris in July~118 mi · highs 77°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Reims in July~190 mi · highs 76°F, 2.4 in rain · 3°C (5°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 July: quick answers
Is July 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 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Sep window our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends.
How hot is Amboise in July?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 59°F (15°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amboise in July?
Not much: about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.7 in (678 mm).
What should I pack for Amboise in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 59°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in July
- Loire Valley Châteaux May – Sep
Planning Amboise in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.