Climate Overview
The climate in Cran-Gevrier is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1680mm of precipitation falls per year. Cran-Gevrier receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cran-Gevrier 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 0°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 162cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Cran-Gevrier vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 0°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
Cran-Gevrier is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1680mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 140mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 179mm of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 102mm. That's 77mm 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 162cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 47cm.
Wind
Cran-Gevrier 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 April, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, 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 Cran-Gevrier, which began on September 23, 2026. Cran-Gevrier 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 0°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 409mm across the season with a monthly average of 136mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 406mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 423mm across the season with a monthly average of 141mm. Expect around 19cm 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 0 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 442mm across the season with a monthly average of 147mm. Expect around 112cm 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 Cran-Gevrier 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.
