Ancelle Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Ancelle.

Climate overview of Ancelle

Ancelle, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 22°C (72°F) and January dropping to 2°C (36°F).

With around 1065 mm (42 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Ancelle has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed — the city has warm summers and very cold winters. The wettest month is November. The sunniest month is July, with 9.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.

Ancelle Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ancelle - and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Ancelle

Visitors to Ancelle can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 2°C (36°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 10°C (50°F) in August to -8°C (18°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Ancelle

Ancelle is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1065 mm (42 in). Ancelle can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 124 mm (4.9 in) of precipitation over 13 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (August), you will experience much drier conditions, with 55 mm (2.2 in) of precipitation spread across 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Ancelle Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

Sunshine Hours in Ancelle

Ancelle can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Grenoble, France (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Grenoble, France (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Humidity in Ancelle by Month

Best Time to Visit Ancelle

For comfortable weather, consider visiting Ancelle in July and August. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, April, October, November and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: July and August
  • Warmest weather: July and August
  • Most sunshine: July
  • Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and very cold winters
  • Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -8°C (18°F).

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Ancelle

What is the best time to visit Ancelle?

July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Ancelle. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Ancelle has warm summers and very cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Ancelle?

Daytime highs range from 2°C (36°F) in January to 22°C (72°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -8°C (18°F) to 10°C (50°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Ancelle get?

Annual rainfall is around 1065 mm (42 in). November is the wettest month with 124 mm (4.9 in), while August is the driest with 55 mm (2.2 in). In the coldest months, precipitation may fall as snow/rain.

How sunny is Ancelle?

Ancelle receives around 2,076 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 288 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 73 hours. Overall, Ancelle enjoys abundant sunshine.

Ancelle 3-Day Forecast

Ancelle 3-Day Forecast

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