Weather forecast for the Chemin de Saint-Gilles in September

The Chemin de Saint-Gilles covers a section of Southern France, stretching from the higher altitude areas in Le Puy-en-Velay to the more Mediterranean climate near Nîmes. The beginning of the route generally sees cooler and more variable weather, with daytime temperatures around 20°C and nighttime lows around 10°C. Rain is possible throughout this region, with patchy rain and partly cloudy skies being common occurrences, but sunny days are also frequent.

As you progress further, heading towards Southern towns like Génolhac and Alès, temperatures increase, with daytime highs climbing to 28°C and nighttime temperatures around 16°C. This part of the route experiences more stable sunny conditions, though rainfall can sometimes be significant but less frequent.

Near the end of the route, including places like Nîmes and Saint-Gilles, the climate is more consistently warm and dry. The temperatures remain relatively high, with averages reaching up to 28°C during the day. Here, sunny days dominate, and there's minimal precipitation, giving this section a pleasant and predictable Mediterranean charm.

Start date
Sep 1
Start town
Le Puy-en-Velay
End date
Sep 11
End town
Saint-Gilles
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
Total days
11
Total distance
223 km
Daily distance
20.3 km
Average high
24°C
Average low
13°C
Average precipitation
2.2 mm/day

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