Climate Insights for Grenoble

Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France (land mass)

Hottest
July
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
January
-3°C low26°F low
Wettest
May
175 mm rain6.9 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

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

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 4°Average: 0°Min: -3°FebMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: -1°MarMax: 10°Average: 5°Min: 0°AprMax: 13°Average: 8°Min: 3°MayMax: 16°Average: 12°Min: 7°JunMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 12°JulMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 13°AugMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°SepMax: 19°Average: 14°Min: 9°OctMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 6°NovMax: 8°Average: 4°Min: 0°DecMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -2°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 39°FAverage: 32°FMin: 26°FFebMax: 45°FAverage: 37°FMin: 30°FMarMax: 49°FAverage: 41°FMin: 33°FAprMax: 55°FAverage: 46°FMin: 37°FMayMax: 62°FAverage: 53°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 71°FAverage: 62°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 57°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 59°FAverage: 50°FMin: 42°FNovMax: 47°FAverage: 39°FMin: 33°FDecMax: 41°FAverage: 34°FMin: 28°F
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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

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 139mmSnow: 62mmFebPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 41mmMarPrecipitation: 122mmSnow: 46mmAprPrecipitation: 109mmSnow: 22mmMayPrecipitation: 175mmSnow: 8mmJunPrecipitation: 139mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 98mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 108mmSnow: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 5mmNovPrecipitation: 144mmSnow: 37mmDecPrecipitation: 172mmSnow: 68mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.5inSnow (in): 24inFebPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 16inMarPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 18inAprPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 9inMayPrecipitation: 6.9inSnow (in): 3inJunPrecipitation: 5.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 2inNovPrecipitation: 5.7inSnow (in): 15inDecPrecipitation: 6.8inSnow (in): 27in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

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

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

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

Jan0°32°F
Feb3°37°F
Mar5°41°F
Apr8°46°F
May12°53°F
Jun17°62°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug18°65°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct10°50°F
Nov4°39°F
Dec1°34°F

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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-3 °C26 °F
4 °C39 °F
5 km/h3 mph
139 mm5.5 in
62 cm24 in
Feb
-1 °C30 °F
7 °C45 °F
5 km/h3 mph
97 mm3.8 in
41 cm16 in
Mar
0 °C33 °F
10 °C49 °F
5 km/h3 mph
122 mm4.8 in
46 cm18 in
Apr
3 °C37 °F
13 °C55 °F
5 km/h3 mph
109 mm4.3 in
22 cm9 in
May
7 °C44 °F
16 °C62 °F
5 km/h3 mph
175 mm6.9 in
8 cm3 in
Jun
12 °C53 °F
22 °C71 °F
5 km/h3 mph
139 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
19 °C67 °F
5 km/h3 mph
108 mm4.3 in
1 cm0 in
OctCurrent
6 °C42 °F
15 °C59 °F
5 km/h3 mph
125 mm4.9 in
5 cm2 in
Nov
0 °C33 °F
8 °C47 °F
5 km/h3 mph
144 mm5.7 in
37 cm15 in
Dec
-2 °C28 °F
5 °C41 °F
5 km/h3 mph
172 mm6.8 in
68 cm27 in