Provence · September
Best travel monthTravel 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
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
September is among the best months in Provence: only 4 rain days, 27°C (81°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 27°C (81°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 20°C (68°F)). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 66 mm (2.6 in) 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 and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
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 (27°C (81°F)), 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 27°C (81°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 20°C (68°F). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F).
- How much rain falls in Provence in September?
- In September, Provence receives an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain over 4 rain days. The rain falls on few days, but heavily.
- How many sunshine hours does Provence get in September?
- Provence averages 8 sunshine hours per day in September — above the annual average.
