Orsières weather in November (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

What should you pack for a trip to Orsières in November? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In November, the weather in Orsières generally includes very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 1°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -8°C. The month brings very cold weather, so dressing warmly is essential. Prepare with multiple layers for added warmth.

Precipitation

Orsières in November usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 15 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 100 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, November may not be the ideal month to visit Orsières. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, September, 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 Orsières climate page with graphs.

 

Orsières, monthly averages in November

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 130 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 100 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in November

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

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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