Valmeinier weather in August (Rhône-Alps, France)

Is Valmeinier a good destination in August, weather-wise? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In August, Valmeinier typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. August is part of summer. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 19°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 7°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Precipitation

Valmeinier in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 255 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Valmeinier. 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 Valmeinier climate page with graphs.

 

Valmeinier, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 255 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Grenoble, France (59 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 Valmeinier, 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

Interested in more climate information?

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