Saint-Gervais-les-Bains Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Saint-Gervais-les-Bains.
Climate overview of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, Rhône-Alps, France, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) in July, while winters cool to -2°C (28°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1779 mm (70 in) per year. December is the wettest month and October the driest. The city also experiences pleasant summers and very cold winters. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 9.2 hours of daily sunshine.
Saint-Gervais-les-Bains Weather by Month
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Monthly Temperature in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -2°C (28°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 8°C (46°F) in July to around -11°C (12°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Saint-Gervais-les-Bains has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1779 mm (70 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Year-round, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 180 mm (7.1 in), and the driest month, October, with 124 mm (4.9 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Saint-Gervais-les-Bains Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.2 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Best Time to Visit Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: Pleasant summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -11°C (12°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
What is the best time to visit Saint-Gervais-les-Bains?
July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Saint-Gervais-les-Bains has pleasant summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains?
Daytime highs range from -2°C (28°F) in January to 19°C (66°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -11°C (12°F) to 8°C (46°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Saint-Gervais-les-Bains get?
Annual rainfall is around 1779 mm (70 in). December is the wettest month with 180 mm (7.1 in), while October is the driest with 124 mm (4.9 in). In the coldest months, precipitation may fall as snow.
How sunny is Saint-Gervais-les-Bains?
Saint-Gervais-les-Bains receives around 2,002 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 275 hours, while January is the cloudiest with just 70 hours. Overall, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains enjoys abundant sunshine.
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