Dévoluy Mountains
Mountains Alpine massif known for limestone peaks and skiing
A limestone massif in southeastern France, the Dévoluy hosts Pic de Bure and the Superdévoluy ski area. Hikers and skiers use its cirques, alpine pastures and technical rock routes.
How to Get to Dévoluy Mountains #
The Dévoluy massif is reachable by car from Gap or Veynes; regional roads access trailheads and mountain villages like Saint-Étienne-en-Dévoluy. Public transport is limited; driving is the usual approach.
Tips for Visiting Dévoluy Mountains #
- If hiking, stick to marked trails and check for mountain weather advisories; the terrain can be loose and steep.
- Visit La Joue de la Corde viewpoint on clear days for a dramatic panorama of the Dévoluy massif.
- Summer thunderstorms arrive quickly; plan ascents in the morning and be off exposed ridges by early afternoon.
Best Time to Visit Dévoluy Mountains #
Best in summer and early autumn for hiking and scrambling; winter for snow sports if experienced and equipped.
Weather & Climate near Dévoluy Mountains #
Dévoluy Mountains's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1411 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (160 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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