Val d'Isère weather in November
“Cool and moody. Best paired with warm rooms and long lunches.”
Roughly 13 rainy days across the month, on average.
In november, Val d'Isère settles into its cold, contemplative stillness. The city keeps a different pulse than in summer or midwinter, and travellers who arrive with the right expectations are rewarded.
Days average around 4°C (38°F), cooling to -6°C after sunset. Expect meaningful rain — some 13 wet days across the month. Pack accordingly and let the weather choose your afternoons.
These figures are climatological averages, drawn from a decade of daily records via the Open-Meteo Archive — not a forecast. But they are honest, and they are the sort of thing a good travel guide ought to tell you before you book the flight.
What to pack for Val d'Isère in November
- •A properly warm coat — not a fashion piece
- •A compact travel umbrella — one you'll actually carry
- •A merino base layer for the cold evenings
- •Comfortable, broken-in walking shoes
- •A small daypack that won't look like a tourist beacon
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Val d'Isère in November — FAQ
Q01Is November a good month for Val d'Isère?
Is November a good month for Val d'Isère?
It is a challenging month — you may want to consider another time of year. In November, Val d'Isère averages a high of 4°C (38°F) and a low of -6°C (22°F), with 157mm of rainfall across roughly 13 rainy days.
Q02How warm does Val d'Isère get in November?
How warm does Val d'Isère get in November?
The average high temperature in Val d'Isère during November is 4°C (38°F), with an average low of -6°C (22°F). These figures are averaged from 11 complete years of daily records (2015–2025, Open-Meteo Archive).
Q03Does it rain a lot in Val d'Isère in November?
Does it rain a lot in Val d'Isère in November?
Val d'Isère averages approximately 13 rainy days in November, with a total monthly rainfall of about 157mm. This is based on daily precipitation records where days with 1mm or more of rain are counted as rainy days.
Q04What clothes should I bring to Val d'Isère in November?
What clothes should I bring to Val d'Isère in November?
For Val d'Isère in November, pack a warm winter coat, a merino base layer for evenings, a compact umbrella or waterproof jacket, comfortable walking shoes. These recommendations are based on 11 complete years of weather averages for this specific month.
Q05Are there many tourists in Val d'Isère in November?
Are there many tourists in Val d'Isère in November?
Tourist crowds in Val d'Isère during November are typically moderate. Consider this when planning accommodation — prices track crowd levels closely.