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Courchevel Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Courchevel is the most eastern resort of the Three Valleys, the biggest connected ski area in the world. The UK newspaper The Daily Telegraph named Courchevel in 2008 the "best ski resort in Europe".

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Courchevel, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 18°C in July to a very cold -3°C in the coolest month, January.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -12°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Courchevel experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1445 mm of precipitation annually. Precipitation levels in Courchevel remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most snow, with 143 mm over 14 days. In August, this drops slightly to 102 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Courchevel serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.0 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Chambéry, France (58 KM, 36 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Chambéry, France (58 KM, 36 Miles).

Forecast for Courchevel

Tue   Dec 24
-1°C | -8°C
S 1 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Wed   Dec 25
8°C | -4°C
SE 1 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Thu   Dec 26
10°C | -2°C
SE 1 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
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The best time of year to visit Courchevel in France

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Courchevel?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Courchevel?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Courchevel?
    December tops the wettest month list with 143 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Courchevel?
    August is the driest month with 102 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Courchevel?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 262 hours of sunshine.

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