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July in Chamonix: What's on and weather

Climbing, concerts and trail running events

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By Ana Hernández, Updated

With summer here, there is a whole host of events this month in Chamonix.

As the weather heats up in the Chamonix valley, outdoor events begin to spring up and you will find you can be out and about in the town and the mountains from sunrise until well after sunset which is around 21:30 during July.

From music festivals to adrenaline-fuelled entertainment and high altitude mountain sports, there's a lot to keep you occupied and we love getting out amongst it all. We don't have to venture far to find some entertainment - from festivals, trail running and climbing to endurance races, there's something for all ages and abilities.

Read on for a look at what we like to do in resort throughout July.

What's the weather like in Chamonix in July?

What's on in Chamonix July 2019

Average temperatures generally sit between a low of 11°C and a high of 22°C, meaning apart from a passing heatwave or the occasional shower to freshen things up it's a great time to be here.

Things to do in Chamonix

Summer in Chamonix brings plenty of outdoor adventure, with watersports including white water rafting, hydrospeed and canyoning offering adrenaline-filled ways to explore the valley’s rivers and waterfalls. Cycling fans may also catch stages of the Tour de France which sometimes runs nearby during July, with great roadside viewing spots and lively atmospheres throughout the valley.

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Walking in Chamonix

As the valley starts to heat up, and fill up, escape to the higher altitudes by taking one of the lifts, not only is it cooler up there but you'll generally find there are less people - well if you start early enough. Trust us, get yourself out of bed and grab the first lift - you can thank us later.

July events in Chamonix

Chamonix’s summer events include the Climbing World Cup, Cosmo Jazz Festival and Bastille Day celebrations with fireworks and live entertainment. Trail running highlights include L’Argentrail and the challenging Tour des Fiz races. The Arc’teryx Alpine Academy also attracts mountain enthusiasts with guided clinics, workshops and activities led by expert athletes and guides.

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Chamonix hosts a wide range of sporting events throughout the year. The biggest ones include the Mont Blanc Marathon in June and the UTMB trail running race in August. In March, the Unlimited Festival brings ravers to the mountains while Musilac Mont Blanc takes place a month later. At the end of July, the Cosmo Jazz Festival hosts concerts all around the valley.

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