Aiguille du Midi (Chamonix)

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Location
Chamonix Valley, France, The Alps
Coordinates
45.895023, 6.913089

Resort Stats

Top Elevation
3768m
Bottom Elevation
1030m
Vertical Drop
2738m
Lifts
5

Weather & Climate in Aiguille du Midi (Chamonix)

The warmest temperatures in Aiguille du Midi (Chamonix) occur in July, averaging 15.4°C (up to 20.2°C). The coolest conditions are in January at -3.0°C.

The driest weather conditions are typically in February with average rainfall of 71.5mm. Average humidity: 72.9%.

Monthly Temperatures

  • January: -3.0°C (rainfall: 74.4mm)
  • February: -0.4°C (rainfall: 71.5mm)
  • March: 1.0°C (rainfall: 89.6mm)
  • April: 3.9°C (rainfall: 105.0mm)
  • May: 8.5°C (rainfall: 224.8mm)
  • June: 13.4°C (rainfall: 183.6mm)
  • July: 15.4°C (rainfall: 161.2mm)
  • August: 15.1°C (rainfall: 164.0mm)
  • September: 10.9°C (rainfall: 128.3mm)
  • October: 7.2°C (rainfall: 172.1mm)
  • November: 1.5°C (rainfall: 96.2mm)
  • December: -2.3°C (rainfall: 125.9mm)

Recommended Packing List for Aiguille du Midi (Chamonix)

Based on average temperature of 5.9°C, typical conditions, humidity 79%.

  • Heavy layers & thermal clothing - temperatures around 6°C require warm insulation
  • Warm hat & ski gloves - critical for cold mountain conditions
  • Ski goggles - essential for visibility on the slopes
  • Sunscreen & lip balm with SPF - protection from mountain UV at altitude
  • Waterproof ski boots - well-fitted for comfort on long ski days
  • Layered ski clothing - moisture-wicking base, insulating mid, waterproof outer
  • Ski helmet - essential for safety on all pistes
  • First aid kit - basic medical supplies for remote areas
  • Hand warmers - useful for cold chairlift rides
  • Camera or GoPro - capture your skiing memories on the slopes

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