Briançon Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Briançon’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in France.

Monthly Temperature Averages

The climate in Briançon is dynamic, ranging widely from very cold in winter to pleasant in summer. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 19°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -4°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around -12°C.

The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Briançon by month:

The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, coinciding with the sun’s strongest heating effect.

The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:

January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 90 mm of snowfall spread over roughly 14 days.

Annual Temperatures in France Compared

The map below shows the annual temperature across France. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 32°C. Warm: 25°C to 32°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 25°C Moderate: 10°C to 18°C. Cold: 5°C to 10°C. Very cold: lower than 5°C

Briançon Temperatures Compared World Wide

Briançon’s average annual maximum temperature is 7°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.

In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.

Boston, USA, experiences seasonal shifts similar to New York, with an average annual temperature of 16°C.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.

How are these Temperatures Measured?

Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.

This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.

Sea vs. Land Temperatures

The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:

Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.

For more detailed information about Briançon’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Briançon climate page.