Les Moulins Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Les Moulins.
Climate overview of Les Moulins
Les Moulins, Vaud, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) in July, while winters cool to 1°C (34°F) in January.
With around 1806 mm (71 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Les Moulins has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct rainy season from May to August. The wettest month is July. The sunniest month is July, with 9.0 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Les Moulins Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Les Moulins — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Les Moulins
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Les Moulins. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 1°C (34°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 10°C (50°F) in July to -7°C (19°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Les Moulins
Les Moulins has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1806 mm (71 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Les Moulins enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In July, you can expect around 189 mm (7.4 in) of precipitation, while in October, Les Moulins receives about 122 mm (4.8 in). For more details, please visit our Les Moulins Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Les Moulins
Les Moulins can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Les Moulins by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Les Moulins.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 83%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Best Time to Visit Les Moulins
Rainfall during this time is 141 mm (5.6 in), providing good conditions for being out and about.
The rainy season falls during May, June, July and August, bringing heavy precipitation. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Les Moulins
What is the best time to visit Les Moulins?
August typically offers the most optimal weather in Les Moulins. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Les Moulins has a distinct rainy season from May to August.
What temperatures can I expect in Les Moulins?
Daytime highs range from 1°C (34°F) in January to 21°C (70°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -7°C (19°F) to 10°C (50°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Les Moulins get?
Annual rainfall is around 1806 mm (71 in). July is the wettest month with 189 mm (7.4 in), while October is the driest with 122 mm (4.8 in).
How sunny is Les Moulins?
Les Moulins receives around 2,171 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 270 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 70 hours. Overall, Les Moulins enjoys abundant sunshine.
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