Climate Overview
The climate in Alpe d'Huez Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 1404mm of precipitation falls per year. Alpe d'Huez Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alpe d'Huez Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -10°C. Alpe d'Huez Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Alpe d'Huez Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -10°C and the daily average is -7°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 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Alpe d'Huez Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1404mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 117mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 159mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 90mm. That's 69mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Alpe d'Huez Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 492cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 99cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Alpe d'Huez Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Alpe d'Huez Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Alpe d'Huez Airport 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 July at around 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -10°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -6 to 10°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 358mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 327mm across the season with a monthly average of 109mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -6 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 348mm across the season with a monthly average of 116mm. Expect around 92cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -10 to 0°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 371mm across the season with a monthly average of 124mm. Expect around 241cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alpe d'Huez Airport 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.
