Best Time to Visit Orléans, Loiret, France
Orléans is at its sunniest and driest in June–August.
The best time to visit Orléans for sunny, dry weather is June and August — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June and August–September and January–April; the wetter half falls in May and July and October–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 4°C / 39.2°F in January to 19.9°C / 67.8°F in July, with rainfall from 40 mm / 1.6 in (August) to 68 mm / 2.7 in (May). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Orléans, Loiret, France's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Orléans's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 17.4°C63.3°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.6°C67.3°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Orléans?
The best time to visit Orléans for sunny, dry weather is June, August. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 19.9°C / 67.8°F, and the driest is August with about 40 mm / 1.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Orléans's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Orléans?
The rainy season at Orléans, Loiret runs through May and July and October–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 54 mm / 2.1 in. The wettest single month is May (68 mm / 2.7 in).
What is the driest month in Orléans?
The driest month in Orléans is August, averaging about 40 mm / 1.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 19.6°C / 67.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Orléans?
The least comfortable months for travel to Orléans — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 68 mm / 2.7 in in May, and the coldest month averages 4°C / 39.2°F.
Is Orléans climate different from France overall?
Yes, usually. Our Orléans figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our France figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Orléans specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.