Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Saumur in January
This is the coldest month in Saumur: highs average 46°F (8°C) and lows 35°F (1°C), with about 2.6 in (66 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 51/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 46°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 35°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (66 mm)
- Humidity
- 92%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 41 min
- Comfort score
- 51/100 · Fair
What January feels like
Afternoons only reach about 46°F (8°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Lows average 35°F (1°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.6 in (66 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 41 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May and July – September.
- Comfort holds steady from December (52 → 51/100).
- Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Insulated jackethighs only 46°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Saumur in January
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Château de Brézé
Château with an underground fortress of tunnels and dry moats.
Château de Saumur
Fairy-tale château above the Loire, home to decorative arts and equestrian museums.
Les Nobles Fouées
Troglodyte restaurant baking fouées in a wood oven.
Bouvet-Ladubay
Sparkling Saumur house with tours of extensive tuffeau cellars.
Cadre Noir
France's national riding school; watch training sessions and gala shows.
Nearby in January
- Tours in January~37 mi · highs 45°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amboise in January~51 mi · highs 44°F, 2.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in January~157 mi · highs 43°F, 2.1 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Reims in January~234 mi · highs 41°F, 2.5 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.
Saumur in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Saumur?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 51/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May and July – September. Expect highs of 46°F (8°C) and 2.6 in (66 mm) of rain. Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Saumur in January?
Average highs are 46°F (8°C) and average lows 35°F (1°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Saumur in January?
Some: about 2.6 in (66 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 27.8 in (706 mm).
What should I pack for Saumur in January?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.6 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Saumur in January?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.