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Chens-sur-Léman Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Chens-sur-Léman experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to cold weather. It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Chens-sur-Léman is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C in July to a chilly 6°C in the coolest month, January.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -2°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Chens-sur-Léman has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1521 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Precipitation levels in Chens-sur-Léman remain relatively steady throughout the year. May has the most rain, with 147 mm over 17 days. In March, this drops slightly to 115 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Chens-sur-Léman serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.6 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Geneva, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Geneva, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Forecast for Chens-sur-Léman

Tue   Dec 24
6°C | 0°C
NE 4 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
5°C | 0°C
NE 4 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Thu   Dec 26
3°C | -2°C
NE 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

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During the months of June, July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Chens-sur-Léman?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Chens-sur-Léman?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Chens-sur-Léman?
    May tops the wettest month list with 147 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Chens-sur-Léman?
    March is the driest month with 115 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Chens-sur-Léman?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 267 hours of sunshine.

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