Mont Joly Mountain
Alpine summit near Montjoie, popular hiking destination
Above the Arve valley near Megève, Mont Joly offers trails for summer hikers and winter ski‑tourers. People visit for ridge walks, panoramic outlooks and access to nearby mountain huts.
Mont Joly at a Glance#
How to Get to Mont Joly#
Mount Joly is accessed from Megève and nearby alpine hamlets; regional buses and mountain shuttles serve Megève in the winter season. Driving from Sallanches or from the A40 motorway is a common route for private visitors.
Tips for Visiting Mont Joly#
- If skiing or snowshoeing, check lift and piste status from the Les Contamines-Montjoie or Megève ski operators in winter.
- Summer ascents can be combined with overnight refuges in the Mont Blanc massif network; book refuges in advance during peak months.
- Start very early to avoid afternoon storms and to secure parking at the base villages.
Best Time to Visit Mont Joly#
Summer is best for non-technical visitation; winter appeals to experienced ski tourers and requires avalanche awareness.
Weather & Climate near Mont Joly#
Mont Joly's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1900 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -8° - -2° | -11° | 178 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -8° - -2° | -11° | 174 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -7° - -1° | -10° | 162 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -5° - 1° | -7° | 166 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 0° - 7° | -1° | 162 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 3° - 10° | 4° | 139 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 6° - 14° | 8° | 117 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 7° - 14° | 11° | 124 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 4° - 11° | 5° | 126 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 1° - 6° | 0° | 163 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -4° - 2° | -6° | 197 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -6° - -1° | -9° | 192 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
