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Arêches weather in February (Rhône-Alps, France)

How does the weather in Arêches usually fare in February? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Typically, February in Arêches includes very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. February marks the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 1°C, while night temperatures can drop to -9°C. This month is extremely cold, so be sure to dress in layers to keep warm. Proper preparation can help you stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Arêches in February usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 136 mm for the month. You can typically expect 14 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With about 120 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Arêches. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Arêches, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 136 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 120 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in France in February

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

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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
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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