Our verdict
The best time to visit Annecy is September-October
During the warmer months, temperatures in Annecy can rise to a maximum of 27℃ (80℉). In the colder months such as January, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of -4℃ (25℉).
The sun stays up the longest in Annecy in August, so you’ll get the most out of your daytime activities if you visit around this time. You don’t want to get wet on your holiday, do you? Well if you’re trying to avoid the rain, then steer clear of Annecy in December. Head over there in September instead if you want to increase your chances of not being rained on.
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Annecy seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Annecy as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Annecy is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Annecy
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Annecy for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Annecy climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Annecy for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Annecy in January
- Average temperature: -0℃ (31℉)
- Average high temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average low temperature: -4℃ (25℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 76mm (3") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Annecy in February
- Average temperature: 0℃ (32℉)
- Average high temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average low temperature: -4℃ (25℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 66mm (3") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Annecy in March
- Average temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average low temperature: -0℃ (31℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 77mm (3") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Annecy in April
- Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 55mm (2") over 17 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Annecy in May
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 89mm (4") over 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Annecy in June
- Average temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 76mm (3") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in June, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Annecy in July
- Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 72mm (3") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in July, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings, and t-shirts and light gear for the daytime.
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Annecy in August
- Average temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 63mm (2") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in August, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings, and t-shirts and light gear for the daytime.
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Annecy in September
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 47mm (2") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
Annecy in October
- Average temperature: 10℃ (49℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (40℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 59mm (2") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in October, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Annecy in November
- Average temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average low temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 79mm (3") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Annecy in December
- Average temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average high temperature: 5℃ (40℉)
- Average low temperature: -2℃ (28℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 119mm (5") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Annecy in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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