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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Villars-sur-Ollon.
Villars-sur-Ollon, Vaud, Switzerland, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 20°C (68°F) and January dropping to 0°C (32°F).
The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1856 mm (73 in) annually. June is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from May to August, with pleasant summers and very cold winters. July is the sunniest month, averaging 9.0 hours of sunshine per day.
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Visitors to Villars-sur-Ollon can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July to a very cold 0°C (32°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 9°C (48°F) in July to around -10°C (14°F) during the colder months.
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Villars-sur-Ollon is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1856 mm (73 in). Villars-sur-Ollon offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month June (202 mm (8 in)) and the driest month October (122 mm (4.8 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Villars-sur-Ollon Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Villars-sur-Ollon serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.3 hours of daily sunlight.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Villars-sur-Ollon.
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.
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, October, November and December to 2 m/s (4 knots) in February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
August typically offers the most optimal weather in Villars-sur-Ollon. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Villars-sur-Ollon has a distinct rainy season from May to August, with pleasant summers and very cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 0°C (32°F) in January to 20°C (68°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -10°C (14°F) to 9°C (48°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1856 mm (73 in). June is the wettest month with 202 mm (8 in), while October is the driest with 122 mm (4.8 in).
Villars-sur-Ollon 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, Villars-sur-Ollon enjoys abundant sunshine.
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