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Champex Climate by Month

The temperature in Champex can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be mild during the warmest months, and very cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Champex can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a moderate 18°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -4°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -13°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Champex is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1562 mm. Year-round, Champex has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, June, with 149 mm, and the driest month, October, with 111 mm, is minimal.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Champex. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.2 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (22 KM, 14 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (22 KM, 14 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Champex in Switzerland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Champex?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Champex?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -4°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Champex?
    June tops the wettest month list with 149 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Champex?
    October is the driest month with 111 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Champex?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 275 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Champex

    Fri   Dec 13
    5°C | -2°C
    S 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    1°C | -4°C
    N 4 km/h
    5.6 mm
    overcast and snow

    overcast and snow

    Sun   Dec 15
    2°C | -5°C
    NW 4 km/h
    0.8 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight snow

    broken clouds and chance of slight snow