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Thônes Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Thônes.
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Climate overview of Thônes
Thônes, Rhône-Alps, France, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 23°C (73°F) in July, while winters cool to 3°C (37°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1679 mm (66 in) per year. May is the wettest month and October the driest. The city also experiences warm summers and cold winters. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 9.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Thônes Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Thônes - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Thônes
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Thônes. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 3°C (37°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 11°C (52°F) in July to around -6°C (21°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Thônes
Thônes has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1679 mm (66 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Year-round, Thônes has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, May, with 174 mm (6.9 in), and the driest month, October, with 119 mm (4.7 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Thônes 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 Thônes
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Thônes. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.2 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Annecy, France (15 KM, 9 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Annecy, France (15 KM, 9 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Thônes
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Thônes in June, July and August. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, April, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
cold
Feb
wet
Mar
wet
Apr
wet
May
mixed
Jun
very good
Jul
very good
Aug
very good
Sep
good
Oct
mixed
Nov
wet
Dec
cold
- Best overall: June, July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -6°C (21°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Thônes
What is the best time to visit Thônes?
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Thônes. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Thônes has warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Thônes?
Daytime highs range from 3°C (37°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -6°C (21°F) to 11°C (52°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Thônes get?
Annual rainfall is around 1679 mm (66 in). May is the wettest month with 174 mm (6.9 in), while October is the driest with 119 mm (4.7 in).
How sunny is Thônes?
Thônes receives around 2,063 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 275 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 67 hours. Overall, Thônes enjoys abundant sunshine.
Thônes 3-Day Forecast
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