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Climate in Amboise, France

Amboise, rue près du château, Indre-et-Loire, France
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Amboise climate

Can Amboise's mild but changeable climate fit your retirement week?

The current rows rate Overall Comfort 3.2 out of 5, Summer Feel 4.1, and Winter Feel 2.9. Average summer high is 82°F, with 17 days above 90°F. Average winter low is 36°F / 2°C, with 42 days below freezing. Humidity is 77%, comfortable months number six, solar exposure is 1,312 peak-sun hours, and air quality is rated 4.7 out of 5 with modeled fine-particle pollution of 7.9 µg/m³.

May through October are the best months, while January, February, and December are toughest. Allergy levels are Low, heat risk is Low, drought risk is Medium to High, and weather volatility is 4.3 out of 5. Check current conditions and inspect ventilation, shade, heating, flood, humidity, and indoor life before relying on the climate score.

Living through the seasons

Summers are the easier season. Winter comfort deserves a closer look.

Overall Comfort
Good

3.2 / 5

Average Summer High
82°F

Mild · 82°F

Days Above 90°F
17 days/year

Excellent

Summer Feel
Very Good

4.1 / 5

Average Winter Low
36°F / 2°C

Very Good

Days Below Freezing
42 days/year

Good

Winter Feel
Good

2.9 / 5

The shape of the year

Humidity, comfortable months, and sunshine show how the seasons differ.

Humidity
77%
Comfortable Months
6 months

Fair

Solar Exposure
1312 peak sun hrs/yr

Good

Air, allergies, and weather

Air quality and allergies shape day to day comfort. The best months and weather risks help with timing.

Air and allergies

Air Quality
Excellent

4.7 / 5

Allergy Levels
Low

Very Good

Current AQI

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Current PM2.5

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Timing and weather

Long Term Fine Particle Pollution
7.9 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Good · 7.9 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average

Best Months
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Toughest Months
Jan, Feb, Dec
Heat Risk
Low

Very Good

Drought Risk
Medium - High (0.6-0.8)
Weather Volatility
Excellent

4.3 / 5

Amboise in everyday life

Could Amboise work for you?

What may work well

  • Summer Feel is Very Good, with an 82°F average high and Low heat risk.
  • Air Quality is Excellent at 4.7 out of 5, and Allergy Levels are Low.
  • The Loire, gardens, château, cycling routes, and cultural venues offer indoor and outdoor choices across the year.

What to think about

  • Forty-two freezing days, 77% humidity, six comfortable months, and Strong weather volatility require planning.
  • Flood and heat planning may matter more for the exact home than broad seasonal labels.
  • Climate rows contain internal source-period conflicts that should remain separate from older values.

Turn Amboise weather rows into a home decision

  1. Inspect heating and ventilation

    Ask for seasonal bills, heating source, insulation, condensation, ventilation, windows, repairs, and who pays for maintenance.

  2. Walk in rain and low light

    Check paving, slopes, drainage, handrails, lighting, crossings, footwear, transit, and the route to groceries, pharmacy, and care.

  3. Plan heat and visitor days

    Keep shade, water, cooling, current alerts, indoor programs, medicines, and a comfortable place to rest.

  4. Compare seasons before choosing

    Visit in a warm month and a cool or wet month so the household can judge light, heating, humidity, flood, and ordinary outdoor life.

Questions retirees ask

Is Amboise weather mild?

The rows show an 82°F average summer high, 36°F / 2°C average winter low, 17 hot days, 42 freezing days, and 77% humidity. Six comfortable months and Low heat risk are balanced by cool and wet-season questions.

Which months look best?

May through October are the best months in the current rows. January, February, and December are toughest. Visit across seasons before deciding.

What should a home provide?

Heating, ventilation, shade, cooling, good light, safe footing, drainage, flood awareness, and indoor cultural options can determine how the climate feels.

What does the municipal heat plan add?

The city identifies support for vulnerable or isolated residents from June 1, 2026. Confirm registration, contacts, cooling options, and current local guidance.

Amboise offers manageable summer and winter rows with strong modeled air quality, but the exact home still needs heating, ventilation, flood, shade, footing, and heat planning. Choose the address, not just the season.

Sources

Climate comfort helps estimate how practical daily life may feel across the year, especially for heat, humidity, cold, and seasonal constraints.

Seasonal timing, health conditions, air conditioning, air quality, and elevation can change the lived experience.

  • NASA POWER

    Used for Overall Comfort, Summer Feel, Average Summer High, Days Above 90°F, Winter Feel, Average Winter Low, Days Below Freezing, Humidity, Comfortable Months, Solar Exposure, Best Months, Toughest Months, Allergy Levels, Heat Risk

  • Open-Meteo Air Quality + Humidity Heuristic

    Used for Air Quality, Long-Term Fine-Particle Pollution, Weather Volatility

    Checked 2026-07-10

  • World Resources Institute (WRI)

    Used for Drought Risk

    Checked 2026-07-13

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