Albion Plateau
Plateau High plateau region in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
High plateau in Auvergne‑Rhône‑Alpes serving as a gateway for mountain walks and pastoral landscapes; used by hikers and countryside photographers.
How to Get to Albion Plateau #
Reachable by regional roads from nearby towns such as Gap or Sisteron depending on exact location. The nearest major transport hubs are Grenoble and Aix-en-Provence; from there rent a car for the final leg.
Tips for Visiting Albion Plateau #
- Expect typical Massif Central weather-pack layers and a windproof jacket.
- If planning long walks, check local forestry office maps for permitted routes; some areas are privately managed or used for grazing.
Best Time to Visit Albion Plateau #
Visit between late spring and early autumn when trails are most accessible and the weather is milder.
Weather & Climate near Albion Plateau #
Albion Plateau's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 23°C. Abundant rainfall (1145 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (132 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).
