Climate guide for Val Thorens, France

Val Thorens in November

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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November · France

Best time to visit Val Thorens in November Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Val Thorens in November

Average temperature -1°C, 83 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

November score

8.5/10

Ranked #5 of 12 months

Full year for Val Thorens
Avg temp
-1°C
Rainfall
83 mm
Humidity
82%
Days with 6h+ sun
0
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)

November in Val Thorens scores 8.5/10 for snow and ski travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around -1°C, 83 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Val Thorens is Europe's highest resort village, snow-sure into spring and fully plugged into the Three Valleys. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.

November is one of the strongest months in Val Thorens (5th)

November averages -1°C (30°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.

At 83 mm of water-equivalent precipitation this is a snowy month at resort level — that is snowpack, not lost days — with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.3 hours of daylight.

A 8.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Val Thorens (5th of 12); only March scores higher, at 9.4/10.

Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.

Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Val Thorens in November?
In November, Val Thorens averages -1°C, 83 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
Is November a good time to visit Val Thorens?
November earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Val Thorens in November?
Expect about 83 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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