Ambert, France experiences average highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 13 rainy days per month. Average highs have warmed by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records.
Ambert, France Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Ambert, France. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.6/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
4
Low
Temperature 16°C / 8°C
Feels Like 15°C / 6°C
Rainy Days 13
Rainfall 83 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 76%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 8°C
Snow Days 5 days
Frost Days 6 days
Hottest Month
26°C
August
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 9 days
Coldest Month
1°C
January
Avg High 7°C
Rain 14 days
Driest Month
9 days
August
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 16°C
Windiest Month
16 km/h
March (Gusts 44)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, December due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:11
Daylight 15.3h
Sunset 21:31
Live conditions —
Ambert on the map · live conditions
Ambert, France
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- France
- City
- Ambert
- Population
- 7.9K
- Coordinates
- 45.55°, 3.74°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 15°C
Avg Low 6°C
Rain 14 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 12 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 17°C
Avg Low 9°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 8°C
Avg Low 2°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 7°C / 1°C . Feb: 10°C / 2°C . Mar: 12°C / 3°C . Apr: 15°C / 6°C . May: 18°C / 9°C . Jun: 24°C / 14°C . Jul: 26°C / 16°C . Aug: 26°C / 16°C . Sep: 22°C / 12°C . Oct: 18°C / 9°C . Nov: 11°C / 5°C . Dec: 8°C / 2°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 70 mm. Feb: 51 mm. Mar: 80 mm. Apr: 85 mm. May: 115 mm. Jun: 117 mm. Jul: 68 mm. Aug: 69 mm. Sep: 79 mm. Oct: 85 mm. Nov: 86 mm. Dec: 90 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 84%. Feb: 80%. Mar: 76%. Apr: 72%. May: 74%. Jun: 72%. Jul: 66%. Aug: 65%. Sep: 71%. Oct: 80%. Nov: 86%. Dec: 87%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 14 km/h . Feb: 15 km/h . Mar: 16 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 14 km/h . Jun: 13 km/h . Jul: 13 km/h . Aug: 12 km/h . Sep: 12 km/h . Oct: 14 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 14 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 5h. Feb: 6h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 5h. Dec: 5h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 2. Feb: UV 3. Mar: UV 4. Apr: UV 5. May: UV 6. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 3. Nov: UV 2. Dec: UV 1.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow Days Snowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 10 days. Feb: 6 days. Mar: 6 days. Apr: 2 days. May: 1 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 4 days. Dec: 8 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 27°C | Aug · 26°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 1°C | Jan · 1°C |
| Wettest month | Sep 2025 · 119 mm | Jun · 117 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 16 km/h | Mar · 16 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Poor April
Fair May
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Fair December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 1°C | 4°C / -3°C | 14days (70 mm) Wet | 4.6h Fair | 84% Humid | 1.7 Low | Poor | View Details |
| February | 10°C / 2°C | 7°C / -1°C | 10days (51 mm) Wet | 6.3h Fair | 80% Humid | 2.6 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 12°C / 3°C | 9°C / 0°C | 14days (80 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 76% Humid | 4 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| April | 15°C / 6°C | 13°C / 3°C | 13days (85 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 72% Muggy | 5.4 High | Fair | View Details |
| May | 18°C / 9°C | 18°C / 8°C | 16days (115 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 6.2 High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 24°C / 14°C | 24°C / 14°C | 15days (117 mm) Wet | 11.7h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 6.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 26°C / 16°C | 27°C / 16°C | 12days (68 mm) Wet | 12.2h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 26°C / 16°C | 27°C / 16°C | 9days (69 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 6.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 22°C / 12°C | 21°C / 12°C | 10days (79 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 71% Muggy | 4.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 18°C / 9°C | 16°C / 8°C | 11days (85 mm) Wet | 6.9h Fair | 80% Humid | 3.3 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| November | 11°C / 5°C | 9°C / 2°C | 14days (86 mm) Wet | 5.4h Fair | 86% Very Muggy | 2 Low | Fair | View Details |
| December | 8°C / 2°C | 6°C / -1°C | 14days (90 mm) Wet | 4.5h Fair | 87% Very Muggy | 1.4 Low | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Ambert are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Ambert, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Ambert is August, with average daytime highs of 26°C (80°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Ambert is January, with average overnight lows of 1°C (33°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Ambert is June, averaging 117mm of precipitation across 15 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Ambert runs through May, June, January, March, with the heaviest rainfall in May. Based on 10-year averages for Ambert.
Ambert receives approximately 100 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Ambert.
The least favorable months to visit Ambert are January, February, December, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Ambert is 4, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Ambert is 76%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Ambert receives snow. Months with snowfall average 5 snow days and 8 cm (3 in) of accumulation, with about 6 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Ambert are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 16 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 44 km/h / 28 mph).
Ambert averages 4 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 63%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Ambert is 8°C (46°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Ambert has a Oceanic climate, classified as Cfb under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Ambert ranges from 6°C (43°F) to 15°C (59°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, July is a great time to visit Ambert. It earns a climate score of 8.6/10 with Excellent.
For July in Ambert, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 26°C (79°F) and 12 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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