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

Traveling to Samoëns, France? If you're planning to go to Samoëns, this article contains 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 Samoëns, France

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

Important essentials for Samoëns, France

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

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


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently become worn. An unreadable card can cause 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-19 protection available.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

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

General health necessities

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

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January

January in Samoëns can be brisk. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) to high 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

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February

February in Samoëns is cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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March

If you are traveling to Samoëns in March, you will notice that it is brisk. Expect it to rain or snow 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C). There is frost regularly.

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April

April can be chilly. Temperatures average in the 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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May

In May, Samoëns is chilly. Temperatures routinely are in the 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Samoëns, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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June

If you go to Samoëns in June, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

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July

July in this region is warm. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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August

If you vacation in Samoëns during August, you may notice that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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September

September in Samoëns is balmy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 10s C).

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October

October in Samoëns is chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

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November

November in Samoëns is pretty cool. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

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December

In December, Samoëns can be very chilly. Temperatures routinely are in the low 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Samoëns, with several of the days of the month having rain. There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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Activities for Samoëns, France

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

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