What is the weather like in Chamonix in April?

Expect temperatures between 2°C and 11°C with 38% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Chamonix in April?

Chamonix in April scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Solid choice for most travelers.

Who should visit Chamonix in April?

April in Chamonix is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Chamonix Weather in April | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

11°C

Hottest around day 30

Avg Low

2°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

30days

38% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Chamonix April Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Cloudy

10°C36%

Day 2

Cloudy

9°C35%

Day 3

Cloudy

9°C33%

Day 4

Cloudy

10°C30%

Day 5

Cloudy

10°C31%

Day 6

Cloudy

10°C32%

Day 7

Cloudy

11°C30%

Day 8

Cloudy

11°C30%

Day 9

Cloudy

11°C32%

Day 10

Cloudy

11°C31%

Day 11

Cloudy

11°C31%

Day 12

Cloudy

11°C29%

Day 13

Cloudy

11°C32%

Day 14

Cloudy

11°C35%

Day 15

Cloudy

11°C35%

Day 16

Cloudy

11°C36%

Day 17

Cloudy

11°C39%

Day 18

Rainy

10°C41%

Day 19

Cloudy

11°C39%

Day 20

Cloudy

11°C38%

Day 21

Cloudy

12°C40%

Day 22

Cloudy

12°C38%

Day 23

Cloudy

12°C40%

Day 24

Rainy

12°C43%

Day 25

Rainy

12°C48%

Day 26

Rainy

12°C48%

Day 27

Rainy

12°C52%

Day 28

Rainy

13°C52%

Day 29

Rainy

13°C52%

Day 30

Rainy

13°C52%

Essential Travel Info for Chamonix

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

French

Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.895

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to France. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to France.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in France.If rabies exposures occur while in France, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

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Is April a Good Time to Visit Chamonix?

👍Solid choice for most travelers(66/100)

Short Answer

Perfect travel weather awaits in Chamonix during April - 11°C highs, 74% humidity, and 38% rain probability make this an optimal time for outdoor activities.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Plenty of sunshine

9.6h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

50% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Exceptional dining scene

31 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
🌡️
Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 11.1°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Chamonix in April averages 11°C with 38% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Chamonix in April

What are the temperatures in Chamonix in April?

Daytime highs average 11°C, nights drop to 2°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Chamonix in April?

Expect around 30 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Chamonix in April?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is April peak season in Chamonix?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Chamonix Weather in April

Chamonix April Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Chamonix

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Tick-borne Encephalitis

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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