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Orcières Climate by Month

The temperature in Orcières can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to very cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Orcières. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -1°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -10°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Orcières has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1116 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Orcières experiences moderate seasonal variation in snow/rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 127 mm in November, the wettest month, and 61 mm in August, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Orcières can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Grenoble, France (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Grenoble, France (73 KM, 45 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Orcières in France

During the months of 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:
  • When is winter in Orcières?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Orcières?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Orcières?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Orcières?
    November tops the wettest month list with 127 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Orcières?
    August is the driest month with 61 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Orcières?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 288 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Orcières

    Thu   Nov 21
    2°C | -8°C
    W 7 km/h
    62 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow

    Fri   Nov 22
    -2°C | -17°C
    N 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    2°C | -17°C
    SW 4 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain