Val Thorens Climate by Month
The climate in Val Thorens 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 has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Val Thorens, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 18°C in July to a very cold -3°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -11°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Val Thorens experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1396 mm of precipitation annually. The wettest period in Val Thorens occurs in December, which receives around 134 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, August, Val Thorens experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 100 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.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
In Val Thorens, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.0 hours.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Val Thorens in France
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -3°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 134 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 100 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 262 hours of sunshine.
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