The month in detail
What to expect in November
Off-season for skiing Tignes — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.
November ranks 9 out of 12 months in Tignes. Compared to October: −13°F daytime, −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
-7°
Daylight
9.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 26
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Is November the right month?
The best month in Tignes is July (4.5/10), 3.5 pts higher than November.
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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.
Stay
Hotels & rentals · Tignes
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Activities
Tours, tickets, experiences
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Flights
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🎟️ Activities & tours · Tignes
GetYourGuide selection · free cancellation
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 · 61°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 25°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 44%
🏔️ Mountain stay
⛰️Village altitude6890 ft
🎿Ski area6890 → 11339 ft
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Other destinations in November
If November doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Tignes ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
FranceAlpine mountain climate climate with a 4.5 → 0.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
45.47°N · 6.90°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tignes?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: May (ski score 8.7/10). For hiking/suiner: May (8.7/10, 5.0°F).
Can you ski in Tignes in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.0/10. Cold temperatures (-4°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Tignes in suiner?
In May, temperatures average 5.0°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Tignes?
January is the wettest month with January has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Tignes in November?
The average UV index reaches 3 in November in Tignes (low), with about 9.2h of daylight. No protection needed.