Mont d'Ambin Mountain
Alpine massif on France–Italy border, high peaks
On the Franco‑Italian border, Mont d'Ambin sits in the Graian Alps and attracts mountaineers on high alpine routes. Climbers and ski‑tourers use its glaciated slopes and long ridge traverses.
Mont d'Ambin at a Glance#
How to Get to Mont d'Ambin#
Approach routes to Mont d’Ambin are reached from valleys in Savoie (France) and the Susa Valley (Italy). The nearest towns with regular transport services are Modane and Susa; private transport is commonly used to reach trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Mont d'Ambin#
- Many approaches involve long talus slopes and alpine terrain; be prepared for loose rock and route-finding.
- If attempting ascents, check French alpine club (CAF) and local guides for up-to-date route information and conditions.
- Allow for sudden weather changes - thunderstorms can develop rapidly in summer.
Best Time to Visit Mont d'Ambin#
Summer and early autumn offer the most reliable conditions; winter ascents require mountaineering experience.
Weather & Climate near Mont d'Ambin#
Mont d'Ambin's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 9°C. Moderate rainfall (960 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -12° - -7° | -17° | 99 mm | - | - | 6.0 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -12° - -7° | -18° | 87 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -12° - -7° | -18° | 92 mm | - | - | 6.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -10° - -6° | -15° | 85 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -6° - 0° | -9° | 83 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -2° - 4° | -4° | 62 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 2° - 8° | 1° | 47 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 3° - 9° | 3° | 58 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 0° - 5° | -2° | 66 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -3° - 1° | -6° | 86 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -8° - -4° | -13° | 103 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -10° - -6° | -16° | 92 mm | - | - | 6.1 m/s | - | - |