Provence · September
Best travel monthTravel seasonFrance · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 11° | 13° | 17° | 20° | 24° | 29° | 32° | 31° | 27° | 22° | 15° | 11° |
MINMIN | 3° | 3° | 5° | 9° | 12° | 17° | 19° | 18° | 15° | 12° | 7° | 3° |
☀️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 | 3d32mm | 4d38mm | 5d47mm | 4d50mm | 3d35mm | 2d19mm | 2d23mm | 4d66mm | 5d75mm | 6d84mm | 3d39mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
September is among the best months in Provence: only 4 rain days, 26°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 26°C, cooling to 15°C at night (daily average: 20°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 66 mm total.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Packing list for Provence in September
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is September a good time to visit Provence?
- Yes — September is one of the best months to visit Provence (Climate Score: 72/100). Pleasant temperatures (26°C), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (4) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Provence in September?
- In September, Provence sees daily highs of 26°C. Nights cool to 15°C, with a daily average of 20°C.
- How much rain falls in Provence in September?
- In September, Provence receives an average of 66 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Provence get in September?
- Provence averages 8 sunshine hours per day in September — above the annual average.
