Climate Overview
The climate in Ax-les-Thermes is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1284mm of precipitation falls per year. Ax-les-Thermes receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ax-les-Thermes 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 114cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Ax-les-Thermes vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 1°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ax-les-Thermes is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1284mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 165mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 65mm. That's 100mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 114cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 34cm.
Wind
Ax-les-Thermes is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Ax-les-Thermes, which began on March 20, 2026. Ax-les-Thermes 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 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -2°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 335mm across the season with a monthly average of 112mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 451mm across the season with a monthly average of 150mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 1 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 284mm for the season, averaging 95mm per month. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -2 to 8°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 214mm for the season, averaging 71mm per month. Expect around 74cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ax-les-Thermes 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.
