Chartres, France: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Chartres, France? If you're planning to go to Chartres, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Chartres, France

Based on the climate and weather in Chartres, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Chartres, France

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Chartres, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly product.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Chartres, France by month

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January

January in Chartres is pretty cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C).

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February

February in Chartres is cold. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C).

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March

March here is brisk. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day.

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April

April in Chartres can be chilly. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day.

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May

If you vacation in Chartres during May, you will probably find that it is mild. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits C).

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June

If you are traveling to Chartres in June, you will notice that it is balmy. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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July

If you go to Chartres in July, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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August

August for Chartres is warm. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.

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September

If you are traveling to Chartres in September, you will notice that it is balmy. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

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October

If you are traveling to Chartres in October, you will notice that it is chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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November

November in Chartres can be brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C).

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December

If you visit Chartres during December, you may notice that it is brisk. Temperatures tend to hover around the 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C).

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Activities for Chartres, France

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Chartres.

If you intend to check out the lovely Chartres Cathedral, it's useful to wear modest clothing:

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