Le Puy en Velay Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Le Puy en Velay. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C (43°F) during cooler months like February.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in July to around -2°C (28°F) during February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Le Puy en Velay has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 987 mm (39 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Year-round, Le Puy en Velay has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, November, with 101 mm (4 in), and the driest month, March, with 62 mm (2.4 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Le Puy en Velay Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Le Puy en Velay. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Le Puy en Velay.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 82%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year