Climate Overview
The climate in la Massana is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 973mm of precipitation falls per year. la Massana receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. la Massana is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. la Massana experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in la Massana vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
la Massana is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 973mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 81mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 117mm of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 59mm. That's 57mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. la Massana receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 336cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 62cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
la Massana is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in la Massana, which began on September 23, 2026. la Massana is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -6°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 12°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 298mm for the season, averaging 99mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 250mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -3 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 225mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Expect around 57cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -6 to 4°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 201mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Expect around 163cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit la Massana is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 74mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for la Massana based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.