Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Amboise in October
Amboise cools off: highs slip to 64°F (18°C), from 74°F in September, with lows of 46°F (8°C) and about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain.
It scores 83/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 46°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (67 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs near 64°F (18°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 46°F (8°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.6 in (67 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May – September).
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (October – December), which brings about 7.8 in (198 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 92/100 in September to 83/100.
- Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 46°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Amboise in October
October 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 October 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 64°F and 2.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Amboise Market
Riverside market with cheeses, charcuterie and produce.
Nearby in October
- Tours in October~14 mi · highs 64°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Saumur in October~51 mi · highs 64°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in October~118 mi · highs 62°F, 2.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Reims in October~190 mi · highs 60°F, 2.4 in rain · 2°C (4°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 October: quick answers
Is October 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 64°F (18°C) and 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain. Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so October is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Amboise in October?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 46°F (8°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amboise in October?
Some: about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.7 in (678 mm).
What should I pack for Amboise in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Amboise in October?
Share this October plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.