Val Thorens weather in August (Rhône-Alps, France)

Looking to travel to Val Thorens in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Val Thorens generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 18°C, while night temperatures can drop to 7°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.

Val Thorens in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Rain is expected on roughly 15 days.

With around 235 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Val Thorens climate page with graphs.

 

Val Thorens, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 100 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 235 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chambéry, France (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Where to go in France in August

Find out more about the weather in France in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Val Thorens in August?

For visitors traveling to Val Thorens, 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 in August.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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