Climate Overview
The climate in Bourg-Saint-Maurice is cold. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 1378mm of precipitation falls per year. Bourg-Saint-Maurice receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bourg-Saint-Maurice 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 -12°C. Bourg-Saint-Maurice experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Bourg-Saint-Maurice vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 13°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Bourg-Saint-Maurice is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1378mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 115mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 167mm of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 73mm. That's 94mm 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. Bourg-Saint-Maurice receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 616cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 114cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Bourg-Saint-Maurice is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 May, with average winds dropping to 7km/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
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Bourg-Saint-Maurice, which began on March 20, 2026. Bourg-Saint-Maurice 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 18°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -12°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -7 to 8°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 365mm across the season with a monthly average of 122mm. 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 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 268mm for the season, averaging 89mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -7 to 12°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 330mm across the season with a monthly average of 110mm. Expect around 122cm 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 -12 to -2°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 416mm across the season with a monthly average of 139mm. Expect around 289cm 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 Bourg-Saint-Maurice 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.
