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Samoëns Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Samoëns is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Samoëns, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -0°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -10°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Samoëns experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1865 mm of precipitation annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Samoëns enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In June, you can expect around 188 mm of precipitation, while in October, Samoëns receives about 128 mm.

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

Sunshine over the year

Samoëns can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Forecast for Samoëns

Tue   Dec 24
2°C | -4°C
NE 2 m/s
1.2 mm
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
6°C | -3°C
NE 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Thu   Dec 26
7°C | -3°C
E
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Samoëns in France

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Samoëns?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, May, June, July, August and December.
  • When is winter in Samoëns?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Samoëns?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Samoëns?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -0°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Samoëns?
    June tops the wettest month list with 188 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Samoëns?
    October is the driest month with 128 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Samoëns?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 275 hours of sunshine.

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