The best times to visit Vernet-les-Bains for ideal weather are

April 30th to June 24th

or

August 20th to November 4th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Vernet-les-Bains Travel Info

Weather in Vernet-les-Bains

Temperature

Average temperatures in Vernet-les-Bains vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 61st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Vernet-les-Bains, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 86.7°F (30.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 67.5°F (19.7°C) at night.

Vernet-les-Bains Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Vernet-les-Bains Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Vernet-les-Bains Perceived Temperature (F)

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Vernet-les-Bains Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Vernet-les-Bains Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 55.6 47.8 39.6
Feb 55.7 47.4 39.1
Mar 61.3 52.9 44.9
Apr 67.2 58.4 49.3
May 72.6 64 55.5
Jun 81.1 71.7 62.5
Jul 85.3 76 66.8
Aug 85 75.6 66.5
Sep 78.8 69.6 60.6
Oct 71.4 62.9 54.7
Nov 62.1 54.5 46.7
Dec 56.2 48.2 40.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 13.1 8.8 4.2
Feb 13.2 8.6 3.9
Mar 16.3 11.6 7.2
Apr 19.6 14.7 9.6
May 22.6 17.8 13.1
Jun 27.3 22.1 16.9
Jul 29.6 24.4 19.3
Aug 29.4 24.2 19.2
Sep 26 20.9 15.9
Oct 21.9 17.2 12.6
Nov 16.7 12.5 8.2
Dec 13.4 9 4.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Vernet-les-Bains are July, September, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid May. For example, on the week of May 7th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid April with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of April 16th.

When can you find snow in Vernet-les-Bains? Weather stations report a bit of annual snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Vernet-les-Bains is often around around March 5th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Vernet-les-Bains.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Vernet-les-Bains (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 7% 0 1.8
Feb 9% 0 1.2
Mar 12% 3.6 3.1
Apr 16% 0 2.4
May 11% 0 1.3
Jun 7% 0 0.8
Jul 6% 0 0.8
Aug 8% 0 0.7
Sep 6% 0 1.1
Oct 9% 0 2.5
Nov 12% 0 3.6
Dec 7% 0 1.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 7 0 4.6
Feb 9 0 3
Mar 12 9.1 7.9
Apr 16 0 6.1
May 11 0 3.3
Jun 7 0 2
Jul 6 0 2
Aug 8 0 1.8
Sep 6 0 2.8
Oct 9 0 6.4
Nov 12 0 9.1
Dec 7 0 4.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Vernet-les-Bains has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is July (46.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (60.9%).

Wind in Vernet-les-Bains is usually moderate. The windiest month is February, followed by March and May. February’s average wind speed of around 10.5 knots (12.1 MPH or 19.5 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January where average top sustained speeds reach 21.3 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Vernet-les-Bains.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.9 Gentle breeze 17.2 Strong breeze
Feb 10.5 Gentle breeze 19.3 Strong breeze
Mar 10.4 Gentle breeze 18.4 Strong breeze
Apr 9 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
May 9.8 Gentle breeze 17.2 Strong breeze
Jun 8.9 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze
Jul 8.9 Gentle breeze 15.8 Strong breeze
Aug 7.9 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Sep 7.8 Gentle breeze 14.6 Strong breeze
Oct 8.2 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
Nov 9.2 Gentle breeze 16.9 Strong breeze
Dec 9 Gentle breeze 16.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 59.6%
Feb 55.3%
Mar 53.5%
Apr 56.4%
May 54.8%
Jun 49.5%
Jul 46.6%
Aug 49.3%
Sep 52.2%
Oct 59%
Nov 60%
Dec 60.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Vernet-les-Bains?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for France; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 20, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Vernet-les-Bains, France is May, followed by March and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Vernet-les-Bains in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 43.6 in December means 43.6% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Vernet-les-Bains Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 59°F (15°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Vernet-les-Bains, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 81.5°F (27.5°C) and 56.2°F (13.4°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Vernet-les-Bains to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 60.7°F (15.9°C) and 53°F (11.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 2 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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