In September, the weather along the Voie de Vézelay varies across regions. In Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, a mix of sunny and rainy days prevails, with temperatures reaching as high as 33°C. Heading south, in Centre-Val de Loire, conditions remain diverse, featuring mild temperatures with intermittent rain. Meanwhile, the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region experiences more intense weather, including heavy rain showers and sunny intervals. The temperature fluctuates significantly, with highs nearing 34°C during sunnier days. These weather patterns influence the landscape and atmosphere encountered by walkers along this historic route.
In Vézelay, early September starts with moderate rainfall, alternating with sunny spells and overcast skies. Highs reach between 17°C and 30°C. As walkers proceed to Saint-Germain-des-Bois, the weather continues to display variability, with occasional heavy rain showers mixed with sunny periods and a temperature range from 20°C to 29°C. Champlemy experiences similar conditions, with notably high temperatures of up to 33°C, interspersed with some rain. La Charité-sur-Loire presents a mix of sunny and overcast days, with highs ranging from 17°C to 34°C and sporadic light showers.
In Baugy, sunny weather dominates despite occasional patches of rain, with temperatures peaking at 35°C. Bourges presents more consistent cloud coverage with the occasional break for sunshine, and temperatures vary between 18°C to 37°C. As the journey continues to Chârost and Neuvy-Pailloux, rain becomes more prevalent, with mild yet warm conditions persisting during sunny days. Châteauroux, Velles, and Argenton-sur-Creuse reflect this variability: overcast days are punctuated by heavy showers and moderate sunshine, with highs often exceeding 28°C.
Starting in Gargilesse, a shift to increased rainfall is evident, with heavy showers and occasional sun. Temperatures remain around 21°C to 34°C. Continuing to Crozant and La Souterraine, walkers face bouts of intense rainfall, followed by sunnier interludes. From Bénévent-l'Abbaye to Le Pont du Dognon, rain showers become frequent companions, yet temperatures remain moderate, peaking at 31°C. Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat experiences additional rainfall interruptions, but periods of sunshine offer warmth. In Limoges and Les Cars, heavy rains challenge sunny forecasts, before settling into a rhythm of occasional showers interlaced with sun in La Coquille, Thiviers, and Sorges. Périgueux, Douville, Bergerac, and Sainte-Foy-la-Grande see the return of moderate rainfall with sun breaks, while towards the more southern and western ends at Saint-Ferme, La Réole, and Auros, clearer skies intersperse periods of rain, especially as temperatures rise towards 33°C. Beyond Bazas, Captieux, and Roquefort, walkers encounter similar fluctuating conditions, experiencing a series of sunny spells and stormy intervals, while Mont-de-Marsan and Saint-Sever continue this trend of alternating showers and sun. The tail of the route, stretching from Sauveterre-de-Béarn to Ostabat, displays mixed weather patterns featuring rain showers and bright sunny days with temperatures reaching into the mid-20s °C.
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