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Megève, France · Alpine mountain climate

Megève in November: go or not?

Tough period. Megève in November only reaches 1.2/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 45.85°N · 6.61°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Megève · November
1.2
-1–8°
Temperature
36%
Rain
4h
Sun
❄️ Alpine climate☀️ High-altitude UV🌦️ Changeable weather
Photo : Oleg Demakov via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in November

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

November ranks 9 out of 12 months in Megève. Compared to October: −13°F daytime, −1.2h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
0°
Daylight
9.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is November the right month?

The best month in Megève is August (7.8/10), 6.6 pts higher than November.

See August →See all 12 months →
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Plan your trip

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 ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 73°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 39°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 43%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude3652 ft
🎿Ski area3652 → 7720 ft
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
Location

Where is Megève ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
France
Alpine mountain climate climate with a 7.8 → 0.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
45.85°N · 6.61°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Megève?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: January (ski score 8.1/10). For hiking/suiner: January (8.1/10, 4.0°F).
Can you ski in Megève in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.8/10. Cold temperatures (4°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Megève in suiner?
In January, temperatures average 4.0°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Megève?
November is the wettest month with November has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Megève in November?
The average UV index reaches 2 in November in Megève (low), with about 9.2h of daylight. No protection needed.