Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Tours in November
Tours cools off: highs slip to 53°F (12°C), from 64°F in October, with lows of 40°F (4°C) and about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 63/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 53°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 2.7 in (68 mm)
- Humidity
- 91%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What November feels like
Cool days top out near 53°F (12°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 40°F (4°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.7 in (68 mm).
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 03 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are May and July – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 6°C (11°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 83/100 in October to 63/100.
- Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 53°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tours in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Tours Cathedral
Gothic Saint-Gatien Cathedral with 13th-century stained glass.
Château de Villandry
Last great Renaissance château on the Loire, known for its geometric kitchen gardens.
Why now November scores 63/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Cave de Vouvray
Growers' cooperative with tours of rock galleries and sparkling Vouvray tastings.
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 November
- Amboise in November~14 mi · highs 52°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Saumur in November~37 mi · highs 53°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in November~127 mi · highs 51°F, 2.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Reims in November~201 mi · highs 49°F, 2.5 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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Tours?
It's middling, scoring 63/100. The best months are May and July – September, at up to 92. Expect highs of 53°F (12°C) and 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain. Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Tours in November?
Average highs are 53°F (12°C) and average lows 40°F (4°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tours in November?
Some: about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 27.4 in (697 mm).
What should I pack for Tours in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 53°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Tours in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.