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Vaud Weather & Climate: Switzerland

Climate by month across Vaud, Switzerland, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Vaud

When planning a visit to Vaud in Switzerland, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 0°C (32°F) in January up to 20°C (68°F) during the peak of July. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Villars-sur-Ollon, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The weather in Vaud during July and August is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 20°C (68°F).

The coldest months are usually in January, February, March, April, November and December.

When it comes to rainfall, Vaud sees significant variations throughout the year. June tends to be the wettest, receiving 202 mm (8 in) of rain, while October is much drier with just 122 mm (4.8 in). Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during May, June, July and August, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 190 mm (7.5 in) to 202 mm (8 in) monthly.

For those seeking sunshine, July usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

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Villars-sur-Ollon Lausanne Chateau-d'Oex Ollon Montreux Les Diablerets
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Climate map of Vaud

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Villars-sur-Ollon 0°C (32°F) 20°C (68°F) -10°C (14°F) 9°C (48°F) 1856 mm (73 in) 2,171 hours
Lausanne 6°C (43°F) 24°C (75°F) 0°C (32°F) 16°C (61°F) 1393 mm (55 in) 1,947 hours
Chateau-d'Oex 1°C (34°F) 21°C (70°F) -7°C (19°F) 10°C (50°F) 1820 mm (72 in) 2,171 hours
Ollon 0°C (32°F) 21°C (70°F) -9°C (16°F) 9°C (48°F) 1873 mm (74 in) 2,171 hours
Montreux 3°C (37°F) 22°C (72°F) -5°C (23°F) 12°C (54°F) 1675 mm (66 in) 1,947 hours
Les Diablerets -1°C (30°F) 20°C (68°F) -10°C (14°F) 9°C (48°F) 1827 mm (72 in) 2,171 hours

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