Chamonix-Mont-Blanc weather in July (Rhône-Alps, France)

Looking to travel to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc in July? This guide provides all the details you need.

In July, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. July falls within the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 7°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc in July usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 152 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.

With around 275 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chamonix-Mont-Blanc climate page with graphs.

 

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 152 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 275 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in France in July

Find out more about the weather in France in July and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc in July?

For visitors traveling to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in July.

Swimming
7/10
Camping
3/10

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