Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Saumur in September
Saumur sees its driest month, with just 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain, highs of 73°F (23°C) and lows of 52°F (11°C).
At 92/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 1.6 in (41 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 19 min
- Comfort score
- 92/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs settle around 73°F (23°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 52°F (11°C).
About 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's September.
Plan around September
September is one of Saumur's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 64°F.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: October brings 2.8 in (71 mm).
- Last of the best-scoring months: by October, the score drops to 82/100.
- Comfort improves from 89/100 in August to 92/100.
- September sits inside the May – Sep window our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes73°F afternoons
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Saumur in September
September is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Montsoreau
Riverside village of white stone with a château facing the Loire.
Château de Brézé
Château with an underground fortress of tunnels and dry moats.
Cadre Noir
France's national riding school; watch training sessions and gala shows.
Ackerman
Saumur's oldest sparkling-wine house, with cellar visits and tastings.
Bouvet-Ladubay
Sparkling Saumur house with tours of extensive tuffeau cellars.
Nearby in September
- Tours in September~37 mi · highs 74°F, 1.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amboise in September~51 mi · highs 74°F, 1.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in September~157 mi · highs 71°F, 1.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Reims in September~234 mi · highs 69°F, 1.9 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.
Saumur in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Saumur?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 92/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain. September is inside the May – Sep window our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends.
How hot is Saumur in September?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Saumur in September?
Not much: about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 27.8 in (706 mm).
What should I pack for Saumur in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (73°F afternoons) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in September
- Loire Valley Châteaux May – Sep
Planning Saumur in September?
Share this September plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.