Courchevel weather in August (Rhône-Alps, France)

Wondering what the weather is like in Courchevel during August? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In August, Courchevel typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. August is part of summer. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 18°C, cooling off to about 7°C at night.

Precipitation

Courchevel in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. Expect around 15 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With approximately 235 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Courchevel. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Courchevel, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 102 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 235 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chambéry, France (58 KM, 36 Miles).

Where to go in France in August

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Courchevel, 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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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