Climate of Hautes-Alpes, France
Area-weighted average across Hautes-Alpes. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Hautes-Alpes, a subdivision of France, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -2.3°C / 27.9°F in January to 14.7°C / 58.5°F in August, with rainfall from 56 mm / 2.2 in to 130 mm / 5.1 in depending on the season (1161 mm / 45.7 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2.3°C27.9°F | 106 mm4.2″ | Snowy |
| February | -1.8°C28.8°F | 91 mm3.6″ | Snowy |
| March | 0.4°C32.7°F | 91 mm3.6″ | Snowy |
| April | 2.7°C36.9°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| May | 7.4°C45.3°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| June | 11°C51.8°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| July | 14.5°C58.1°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| August | 14.7°C58.5°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| September | 11.1°C52°F | 93 mm3.7″ | — |
| October | 6.5°C43.7°F | 121 mm4.8″ | — |
| November | 1.5°C34.7°F | 130 mm5.1″ | Snowy |
| December | -1.2°C29.8°F | 112 mm4.4″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hautes-Alpes?
Hautes-Alpes, France does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 14.7°C / 58.5°F, and the driest is July at 56 mm / 2.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Hautes-Alpes?
Hautes-Alpes, France has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -2.3°C / 27.9°F in January to 14.7°C / 58.5°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1161 mm / 45.7 in, with the wettest month being November (130 mm / 5.1 in) and the driest July (56 mm / 2.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Hautes-Alpes?
The hottest month in Hautes-Alpes is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.7°C / 58.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Hautes-Alpes?
The coldest month in Hautes-Alpes is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -2.3°C / 27.9°F.
When does it rain most in Hautes-Alpes?
The wettest month in Hautes-Alpes is November, averaging about 130 mm / 5.1 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 56 mm / 2.2 in.