Annecy, France: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Annecy, France? If you're planning to go to Annecy, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Annecy, France

Based on the climate and weather in Annecy, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Annecy, France

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Annecy, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Annecy, France by month

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January

January for Annecy can be brisk. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains or snows regularly.

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February

Traveling to Annecy in February, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Expect it to rain or snow regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

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March

In March, Annecy can be brisk. Temperatures routinely are in the low 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Annecy, with several of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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April

April for Annecy is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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May

In May, Annecy is balmy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 10s C) and occasionally jump into the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Annecy, with several of the days of the month having rain. In May, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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June

If you go to Annecy in June, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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July

If you visit Annecy during July, you might notice that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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August

If you vacation in Annecy during August, you are likely to see that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

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September

If you visit Annecy during September, you may notice that it is mild. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

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October

October in Annecy is cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 40s F (single digits C), with a few days below 32 F (single digits C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.

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November

November here is brisk. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains regularly.

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December

If you go to Annecy in December, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Expect it to rain or snow a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

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Activities for Annecy, France

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Annecy.

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