Mâcot La Plagne Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Mâcot 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 pleasant to very cold in Mâcot La Plagne. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 18°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -3°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around -12°C.

The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Mâcot 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 140 mm of snowfall spread over roughly 15 days. For more information, please visit our Mâcot 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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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

Mâcot La Plagne Temperatures Compared World Wide

Mâcot La Plagne’s average annual maximum temperature is 8°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.

Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°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 Mâcot La Plagne’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Mâcot La Plagne climate page.