Provence · October
Low seasonFrance · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 11° (52°)18° (64°) | 13° (55°)19° (66°) | 17° (63°)22° (72°) | 20° (68°)26° (79°) | 24° (75°)30° (86°) | 29° (84°)35° (95°) | 32° (90°)36° (97°) | 31° (88°)37° (99°) | 27° (81°)32° (90°) | 22° (72°)26° (79°) | 15° (59°)21° (70°) | 11° (52°)17° (63°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 3° (37°)-5° (23°) | 3° (37°)-4° (25°) | 5° (41°)-1° (30°) | 9° (48°)2° (36°) | 12° (54°)6° (43°) | 17° (63°)10° (50°) | 19° (66°)14° (57°) | 18° (64°)12° (54°) | 15° (59°)8° (46°) | 12° (54°)3° (37°) | 7° (45°)-2° (28°) | 3° (37°)-4° (25°) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 11h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 5 | 5h UV 3 | 4h UV 3 |
🌧Rain Days | 3d39mm (1.5") | 3d32mm (1.2") | 4d38mm (1.5") | 5d47mm (1.8") | 4d50mm (2.0") | 3d35mm (1.4") | 2d19mm (0.8") | 2d23mm (0.9") | 4d66mm (2.6") | 5d75mm (3.0") | 6d84mm (3.3") | 3d39mm (1.5") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
October in Provence at 22°C (72°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, and September.
Daytime highs average 22°C (72°F), cooling to 12°C (54°F) at night (daily average: 16°C (61°F)). Peaks reach around 26°C (79°F), the coldest nights around 3°C (37°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (75 mm (3.0 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Packing list for Provence in October
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Provence?
- October is not an optimal month for Provence (Score: 55/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Provence in October?
- In October, Provence sees daily highs of 22°C (72°F). Nights cool to 12°C (54°F), with a daily average of 16°C (61°F). Peaks reach around 26°C (79°F), the coldest nights around 3°C (37°F).
- How much rain falls in Provence in October?
- In October, Provence receives an average of 75 mm (3.0 in) of rain over 5 rain days. The rain falls on few days, but heavily.
- How many sunshine hours does Provence get in October?
- Provence averages 6 sunshine hours per day in October — below the annual average.
