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Valtournenche Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Valtournenche can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be mild during the warmest months, and very cold during 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 maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Valtournenche can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 16°C in July to a very cold -5°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -14°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Valtournenche is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1486 mm. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, May, sees around 155 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 84 mm of snowfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Valtournenche, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.8 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Forecast for Valtournenche

Sun   Dec 22
0°C | -10°C
W 2 m/s
37 mm
overcast and heavy snow

overcast and heavy snow

Mon   Dec 23
-5°C | -10°C
NW 2 m/s
19 mm
overcast and heavy snow

overcast and heavy snow

Tue   Dec 24
-7°C | -12°C
N 3 m/s
1.1 mm
broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

broken clouds and chance of slight rain

The best time of year to visit Valtournenche in Italy

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Valtournenche?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May and November.
  • Which is the warmest month in Valtournenche?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 16°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Valtournenche?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -5°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Valtournenche?
    May tops the wettest month list with 155 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Valtournenche?
    February is the driest month with 84 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Valtournenche?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 202 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.