Arc 2000 weather in April (Rhône-Alps, France)

Is April a good time to explore Arc 2000 weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In April, Arc 2000 usually has low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 5°C, while night temperatures can drop to -4°C. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Arc 2000 in April usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 18 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 180 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Arc 2000. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arc 2000 climate page with graphs.

 

Arc 2000, monthly averages in April

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 116 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 180 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in France in April

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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