La Plagne Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore La Plagne’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
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from mild to very cold in La Plagne. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 18°C in July to a very cold -3°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -12°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in La Plagne by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest. July, the city’s warmest month receives 275 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 137 mm of snowfall spread over roughly 15 days. For more information, please visit our La Plagne Precipitation page.
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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La Plagne Temperatures Compared World Wide
La Plagne’s average annual maximum temperature is 7°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Chicago, USA, has a significant seasonal range, with an average annual temperature of 15°C.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
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.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about La Plagne’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our La Plagne climate page.
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