Climate of Vaud, Switzerland
Area-weighted average across Vaud. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Vaud, a subdivision of Switzerland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -0.2°C / 31.6°F in January to 16.7°C / 62.1°F in July, with rainfall from 87 mm / 3.4 in to 122 mm / 4.8 in depending on the season (1252 mm / 49.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -0.2°C31.6°F | 100 mm3.9″ | Snowy |
| February | 0.6°C33.1°F | 100 mm3.9″ | Snowy |
| March | 3.4°C38.1°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| April | 6.2°C43.2°F | 93 mm3.7″ | — |
| May | 10.9°C51.6°F | 107 mm4.2″ | — |
| June | 14°C57.2°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| July | 16.7°C62.1°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| August | 16.7°C62.1°F | 105 mm4.1″ | — |
| September | 13.1°C55.6°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| October | 8.6°C47.5°F | 107 mm4.2″ | — |
| November | 3.5°C38.3°F | 112 mm4.4″ | — |
| December | 0.9°C33.6°F | 111 mm4.4″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Vaud?
Vaud, Switzerland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16.7°C / 62.1°F, and the driest is March at 87 mm / 3.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Vaud?
Vaud, Switzerland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -0.2°C / 31.6°F in January to 16.7°C / 62.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1252 mm / 49.3 in, with the wettest month being June (122 mm / 4.8 in) and the driest March (87 mm / 3.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Vaud?
The hottest month in Vaud is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.7°C / 62.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Vaud?
The coldest month in Vaud is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -0.2°C / 31.6°F.
When does it rain most in Vaud?
The wettest month in Vaud is June, averaging about 122 mm / 4.8 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 87 mm / 3.4 in.