Climate guide for Chamonix, France

Chamonix in November

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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November · France

Best time to visit Chamonix in November Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Chamonix in November

Average temperature 4°C, 189 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 72% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

November score

2.3/10

Ranked #5 of 12 months

Full year for Chamonix
Avg temp
4°C
Rainfall
189 mm
Humidity
72%
Days with 6h+ sun
17
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

November in Chamonix scores 2.3/10 for snow and ski travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 4°C, 189 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Alpine ski slopes and glacial panoramas reach their peak in the crisp, snow-laden heart of January.

November in Chamonix — off-season conditions

November averages 4°C (39°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.

At 189 mm of water-equivalent precipitation this is a snowy month at resort level — that is snowpack, not lost days — with about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.5 hours of daylight.

It scores 2.3/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 8.3/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination. That combination — decent conditions at the lowest rates of the year — is the best value window on this page.

Flexible dates? January scores 6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Chamonix in November?
In November, Chamonix averages 4°C, 189 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 2.3/10.
Is November a good time to visit Chamonix?
November earns a 2.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Chamonix in November?
Expect about 189 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 72% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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