Outdoor activities Potential
Good
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
September, June, July
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
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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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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Monthly weather & climate data for Auvergne
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 33Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 1° | 78 |
February | 37Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 1° | 55 |
March | 36Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 4° | 63 |
April | 36Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 7° | 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. | 4° | 100 |
December | 34Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 2° | 81 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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🗺️ Plan your hiking trip to Auvergne
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