Late winter · Weather & things to do
Tours in February
Tours edges warmer than January, with highs of 47°F (8°C), lows of 33°F (1°C) and about 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 57/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 47°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 2.0 in (51 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 01 min
- Comfort score
- 57/100 · Fair
What February feels like
Cool days top out near 47°F (8°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 33°F (1°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.0 in (51 mm) for the month.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are May and July – September.
- Comfort improves from 49/100 in January to 57/100.
- 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 places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Tours in February
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Château d'Azay-le-Rideau
Renaissance château set on an island in the Indre, reflected in its moat.
Cave de Vouvray
Growers' cooperative with tours of rock galleries and sparkling Vouvray tastings.
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Fine arts museum in the former archbishop's palace, with a giant cedar in the courtyard.
Le Petit Patrimoine
Small bistro serving Touraine dishes like rillons tart and local wines since 1991.
Les Halles de Tours
Covered market for rillettes, goat cheese and Loire produce.
Nearby in February
- Amboise in February~14 mi · highs 47°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Saumur in February~37 mi · highs 48°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in February~127 mi · highs 46°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Reims in February~201 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.
Tours in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Tours?
It's middling, scoring 57/100. The best months are May and July – September, at up to 92. Expect highs of 47°F (8°C) and 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain. Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Tours 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 Tours in February?
Not much: about 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 27.4 in (697 mm).
What should I pack for Tours in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 47°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Tours in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.