Climate & Weather Guide in Andorra

Climate zones, seasonal temperatures, rainfall patterns, and best travel times

Andorra is a small, high-altitude Pyrenean country with a mountain climate that varies mainly by elevation rather than by long-distance regional differences. Most of the country has cool to mild summers, cold winters, and a generally dry, sunny feel compared with the wetter French Pyrenees. Current climate summaries describe Andorra as having a temperate to Mediterranean-mountain climate, with more rainfall from spring through autumn and frequent snowfall in winter. For residents and expats, this means excellent summer comfort, strong winter sports conditions, and a climate that rewards people who like crisp air, sunshine, and clear seasonal contrast.

Summer Average

18-26°C

Winter Average

-2-7°C

Climate Types

Mountain and Mediterranean and Temperate oceanic

Annual Rainfall

700-1100 mm

Sunshine Hours

300-3,000 hrs/yr

Average Humidity

50-70%

Regional Climate Variations

National Mountain Valleys

Andorra is small enough that climate differences are mostly driven by altitude, with lower valleys such as the capital area feeling milder and sunnier than the higher slopes. Summer days are usually pleasant rather than hot, while evenings cool quickly. Winters are cold and snowy, especially in upper valleys and ski areas, but the country is also known for bright winter sunshine and relatively dry air. This is the most relevant climate setting for anyone living year-round in Andorra, because daily weather can change noticeably with elevation and valley orientation.

Summer:18-26°C

Winter:-2-7°C

Moderate rainfall

Cool, sunny mountain weather with comfortable summers, cold winters, and reliable snowfall at higher elevations.

Andorra has a single dominant mountain climate zone shaped by altitude, with mild-to-warm summers, cold winters, and frequent snowfall in the higher valleys. For residents and expats, it is attractive for people who want clean air, strong seasonal contrast, and a sunny alpine environment rather than a humid or coastal climate.

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