Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée.

Climate overview of Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée

Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) in August, while winters cool to 0°C (32°F) in January.

With around 1277 mm (50 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed — the city has pleasant summers and very cold winters. The wettest month is November. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 11.4 hours of sunshine per day.

Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée Weather by Month

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Monthly Temperature in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 0°C (32°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 8°C (46°F) in August to -9°C (16°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée

Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1277 mm (50 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée experiences moderate seasonal variation in snow/rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 141 mm (5.6 in) in November, the wettest month, and 71 mm (2.8 in) in February, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée

Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 11.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.8 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Monte Carlo, Monaco (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Monte Carlo, Monaco (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Best Time to Visit Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée

For comfortable weather, consider visiting Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée in August. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: August
  • Warmest weather: July and August
  • Most sunshine: July
  • Seasonal pattern: Pleasant summers and very cold winters
  • Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -9°C (16°F).

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée

What is the best time to visit Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée?

August typically offers the most optimal weather in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée has pleasant summers and very cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée?

Daytime highs range from 0°C (32°F) in January to 20°C (68°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -9°C (16°F) to 8°C (46°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée get?

Annual rainfall is around 1277 mm (50 in). November is the wettest month with 141 mm (5.6 in), while February is the driest with 71 mm (2.8 in). In the coldest months, precipitation may fall as snow/rain.

How sunny is Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée?

Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée receives around 2,703 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 342 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 144 hours. Overall, Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée enjoys abundant sunshine.

Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée 3-Day Forecast

Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée 3-Day Forecast

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