Sancy Massif Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Sancy Massif, France in April.

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Le Mont-Dore La Bourboule Chambon-sur-Lac Saint-Nectaire

Considering a trip to the Sancy Massif, France this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Sancy Massif in April

The Sancy Massif, France is a region in France. April in the Sancy Massif generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Le Mont-Dore.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Sancy Massif, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saint-Nectaire with an average of 95 mm (3.7 in) to high rainfall in Picherande with 110 mm (4.3 in).

Explore the Sancy Massif by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Sancy Massif - and find the best time to visit. (based on Le Mont-Dore)

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November10°C (50°F) December7°C (45°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Sancy Massif in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Sancy Massif.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Sancy Massif

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in the Sancy Massif, France?

Temperature range in the Sancy Massif (April)

Precipitation variation in the Sancy Massif (April)

Le Mont-Dore

In April Le Mont-Dore generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
Climate in Le Mont-Dore →

La Bourboule

In April La Bourboule generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
Climate in La Bourboule →

Chambon-sur-Lac

In April Chambon-sur-Lac generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
176 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
Climate in Chambon-sur-Lac →

Saint-Nectaire

In April Saint-Nectaire generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
176 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
good
Climate in Saint-Nectaire →

Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise

In April Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
Climate in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Sancy Massif, in France.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Sancy Massif in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Le Mont-Dore 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
La Bourboule 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Chambon-sur-Lac 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Saint-Nectaire 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Murol 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

The Sancy Massif weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Sancy Massif, France in April?

April in the Sancy Massif, France brings mixed weather. In Le Mont-Dore, daytime temperatures are typically around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in the Sancy Massif, France in April?

Le Mont-Dore averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

Does the Sancy Massif, France get a lot of rain in April?

Le Mont-Dore typically receives notable rainfall in April, about 104 mm (4.1 in) on average across the Sancy Massif, France.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Sancy Massif, France?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to the Sancy Massif, France with often mixed weather in Le Mont-Dore.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Le Mont-Dore. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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