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Montgenèvre, France · Alpine mountain climate

Montgenèvre in November: go or not?

Tough period. Montgenèvre in November only reaches 0.9/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 44.93°N · 6.73°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Montgenèvre · November
0.9
-4–4°
Temperature
39%
Rain
5h
Sun
❄️ Alpine climate☀️ High-altitude UV🌦️ Changeable weather
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The month in detail

What to expect in November

Off-season for skiing Montgenèvre — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.

November ranks 12 out of 12 months in Montgenèvre. Compared to October: −8°C daytime, 10 pts more rainy days, −1.2h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index
3 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
-5°
Daylight
9.3h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is November the right month?

The best month in Montgenèvre is July (8.4/10), 7.5 pts higher than November.

See July →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Montgenèvre, Franco-Italian ski resort at the Montgenèvre pass (1860m), gives access to the Voie Lactée area: 400 km of pistes linked with Sestrière, Sansicario and Claviere on the Italian side. July is my favourite month (8.9/10): 9-22°C, 19% rain, good for hiking, mountain bike, golf.

Read Gilles' full review →

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.

Country · France

🗣️LanguageFrench
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety Very safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living Expensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend +2.08°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 22°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · -1°C
🌧️Rainiest month May · 45%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude1860 m
🎿Ski area1860 → 2680 m
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains Guide recommended
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
Location

Where is Montgenèvre ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
France
Alpine mountain climate climate with a 8.4 → 0.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
44.93°N · 6.73°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Montgenèvre?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: March (ski score 8.5/10). For hiking/summer: July (8.8/10, 22.0°C).
Can you ski in Montgenèvre in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 8.0/10. Cold temperatures (-1°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Montgenèvre in summer?
In July, temperatures average 22.0°C. Best period for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Montgenèvre?
November is the wettest month with November has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Montgenèvre in November?
The average UV index reaches 3 in November in Montgenèvre (low), with about 9.3h of daylight. No protection needed.