Annecy or Chamonix in July?
On climate data, Annecy comes out ahead overall in July. See the per-criterion details below.
AnnecyPhoto: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France · CC BY 2.0
ChamonixPhoto: Alain Bourque · CC BY 3.0Key figures in July
| Criterion | Annecy | Chamonix |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 23 °C | 18 °C |
| Average daily low | 14 °C | 8 °C |
| Rainy days | 13 rainy days (est.) ★ | 15 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 8 h/day | 8 h/day |
| Humidity | 68 % | 75 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Annecy is about 5 °C warmer by day.
Annecy or Chamonix in July: the short answer
In July, Annecy comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Annecy 76/100 vs Chamonix 59/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on July as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Annecy averages a climate score of 51/100, Chamonix 40/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in July, side by side
The average daily high is about 23 °C in Annecy and 18 °C in Chamonix — warmer in Annecy. Average daily lows are around 14 °C versus 8 °C.
On rain, Annecy sees about 13 rainy days in July and Chamonix about 15 — drier in Annecy. Sunshine is comparable (8 vs 8 hours a day).
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Annecy records roughly 153 rainy days and Chamonix about 167 — the drier of the two overall is Annecy. At their sunniest, Annecy reaches about 8 hours of sun a day (June) and Chamonix about 8 (June). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Annecy is at its best in June, July, August and September, while Chamonix peaks in August. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the July scores for each travel style:
City breaks: Annecy scores higher in July (Annecy 82 vs Chamonix 72).
Active & hiking: Annecy scores higher in July (Annecy 73 vs Chamonix 71).
Family: Annecy scores higher in July (Annecy 74 vs Chamonix 40).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In July, Annecy leads across every scored category here — the overall score and each travel type — so on the climate data it is the clearer pick this month. Over the year, Annecy carries the higher overall climate score. Your own priority (sun, sea, low rain or sightseeing comfort) still matters, and the month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.