Climate Overview
The climate in Bagnères-de-Bigorre is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1551mm of precipitation falls per year. Bagnères-de-Bigorre receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bagnères-de-Bigorre 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Bagnères-de-Bigorre experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Bagnères-de-Bigorre vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -1°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
Bagnères-de-Bigorre is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1551mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 129mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 187mm of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 93mm. That's 94mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Bagnères-de-Bigorre receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 266cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 55cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Bagnères-de-Bigorre is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 Bagnères-de-Bigorre, which began on September 23, 2026. Bagnères-de-Bigorre 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -1°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 415mm across the season with a monthly average of 138mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 447mm across the season with a monthly average of 149mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 2 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 358mm across the season with a monthly average of 119mm. Expect around 41cm 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 -1 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 331mm across the season with a monthly average of 110mm. Expect around 144cm 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.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bagnères-de-Bigorre 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.
