Val Thorens weather in August (Rhône-Alps, France)

How does the August weather in Val Thorens compare to other months? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In August, Val Thorens typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of August belongs to the summer season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 18°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 7°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Precipitation

Val Thorens in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. With virtually no rain, this driest month of the year is perfect for exploring the outdoors. You can typically expect 15 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 235 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Val Thorens.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Val Thorens, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 100 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 235 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chambéry, France (60 KM, 37 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.

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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 Val Thorens, 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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