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Outdoor activities Potential

78/100

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Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

September, June, July

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Avoid

Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

1°C – 17°C

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Precipitation

Generally dry

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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Auvergne?

The best time to visit Auvergne for hiking is September, June, July, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.

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Climate Heatmap

See at a glance which months offer the best outdoor activities conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.

Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Auvergne, with open trails and longer daylight hours.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Auvergne

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
33Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
78
February
37Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
55
March
36Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
63
April
36Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
90
May
60Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°104
June
76Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
15°91
July
75Good
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°89
August
75Good
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°85
September
78Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°86
October
54Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
10°101
November
30Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
100
December
34Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
81

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Auvergne

When is the best time to visit Auvergne for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Auvergne for outdoor activities is typically in September, June, July, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Auvergne?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Auvergne, making it a year-round destination for outdoor activities.

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🗺️ Plan your hiking trip to Auvergne

Now you know the best time to visit Auvergne for hiking — here are some useful next steps to help plan your trip.

🏨 Where to stay

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