Tignes, France - Weather and Climate
Tignes, Rhône-Alps, France experiences significant temperature shifts throughout the year.
The city's weather can transition from mild
to very cold periods.
It is also known for its heavy rain/snowfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a complete picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Tignes is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in July to a very cold -5°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -12°C during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Tignes has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1530 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Precipitation levels in Tignes remain relatively steady throughout the year. June has the most rain, with 149 mm over 18 days. In February, this drops slightly to 108 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Tignes serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.2 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 2.3 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Forecast for Tignes
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The best time of year to visit Tignes in France
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -5°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 149 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 108 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 275 hours of sunshine.
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