Climate Insights for Grenoble
Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France (land mass)
Climate Overview
The climate in Grenoble is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1,525 mm of precipitation falls per year. Grenoble receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Grenoble 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 -3°C. Grenoble experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Grenoble is cool. The average annual temperature is 49°F and approximately 60.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Grenoble receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Grenoble 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 26°F. Grenoble experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Grenoble vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°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.Temperatures in Grenoble vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 26°F and the daily average is 32°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Grenoble is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,525 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 127 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 175 mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 97 mm. That's 78 mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Grenoble receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 291cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 68cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Grenoble is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 60.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 6.9 in of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3.8 in. That's 3.1 in less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Grenoble receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 115in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is December, with approximately 27in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Grenoble 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 April, averaging 5km/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 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Grenoble is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Grenoble is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 98 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Grenoble is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 26°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Grenoble 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Grenoble based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.