Megève Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Megève experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from pleasant days
to very 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 Megève is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in July to a very cold -1°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -10°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Megève has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1716 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Precipitation levels in Megève remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most snow, with 170 mm over 14 days. In October, this drops slightly to 119 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, Megève serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 2.3 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
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The best time of year to visit Megève in France
Other facts from our historical weather data:Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, May, June and December.
The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
July has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 170 mm of rainfall.
October is the driest month with 119 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 275 hours of sunshine.
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