Orléans, Centre-Val de Loire Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Orléans get?

Orléans gets 622 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 167 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 54% of France.

May is the wettest month, with 63 mm. February is the driest, with 43 mm. October has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 30 days, to May 14, 2022.

From October 2025 to September 2026 Orléans got 470 mm of rain, against a normal of 622 mm for those months. February 2026 had the most, with 100 mm.

Orléans weather by month

Orléans weather in January

In January, Orléans averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 17°C (2003) and the record low is -17°C (1985).

Orléans weather in February

In February, Orléans averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2026) and the record low is -12°C (1991).

Orléans weather in March

In March, Orléans averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 26°C (2021) and the record low is -9°C (2005).

Orléans weather in April

In April, Orléans averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 29°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (1975).

Orléans weather in May

In May, Orléans averages a high of 20°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (2026) and the record low is 0°C (1979).

Orléans weather in June

In June, Orléans averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 41°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (2006). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orléans weather in July

In July, Orléans averages a high of 26°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 42°C (2019) and the record low is 7°C (1993). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orléans weather in August

In August, Orléans averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 40°C (2003) and the record low is 6°C (2014). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orléans weather in September

In September, Orléans averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is 3°C (2012). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Orléans weather in October

In October, Orléans averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 29°C (1985) and the record low is -3°C (1997).

Orléans weather in November

In November, Orléans averages a high of 11°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 22°C (2015) and the record low is -8°C (1998).

Orléans weather in December

In December, Orléans averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 17°C (2000) and the record low is -10°C (1996).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Orléans

July is the sunniest month in Orléans, with estimated sunshine of 45% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 19%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 35% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Orléans is cloudier than 66% of France.

Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in July at 61%.

Orléans has about 6 days a year above 32°C. Orléans is cooler than 58% of France.

First and last freeze in Orléans

The first fall freeze in Orléans typically comes around November 13, and the last spring freeze around April 7. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 220 days.

Orléans weather records

These records cover ORLY during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.

The hottest temperature on record at the Orléans station is 42°C, on July 25, 2019. The coldest is -17°C, on January 17, 1985.

The wettest day in the available station history brought 75 mm of precipitation, on June 11, 2018.

50 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Orléans

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 14°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 8°C.

Orléans climate questions

How much rain does Orléans get?

Orléans gets 622 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 167 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Orléans?

May is the wettest month in Orléans, with 63 mm. February is the driest, with 43 mm.

How many rainy days does Orléans have a year?

Orléans has about 167 days with measurable rain in an average year. October has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Orléans?

July is the warmest month in Orléans, with an average high of 26°C.

What is the coldest month in Orléans?

January is the coldest month in Orléans, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Orléans?

Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Orléans station is 42°C, set on July 25, 2019. The record low is -17°C, on January 17, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Orléans?

July is the sunniest month in Orléans, with estimated sunshine of 45% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Orléans?

The first fall freeze in Orléans typically comes around November 13. The last spring freeze is around April 7.

What is the best time to visit Orléans?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.