Col de la Croix
The Col de la Croix is a mountain pass at 1778 m (Vaud). Access: road; usually open mai–novembre. The weather above is computed at the exact pass altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section gives 7-day snowfall, gusts and the snow line — check it before crossing by car, motorbike or bike.
Climate of Col de la Croix: 1991–2020 normals
In Col de la Croix (1778 m), the mean annual temperature is 4.2 °C. The warmest month is August (11.6 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.1 °C). About 1431 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (165 mm) with a minimum in February (84 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 22.7 °C and the absolute minimum −13.5 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.1 °C | 10.3 °C | −13.5 °C | 101 |
| Feb | −1.8 °C | 11.3 °C | −13.0 °C | 84 |
| Mar | −0.2 °C | 13.0 °C | −11.5 °C | 93 |
| Apr | 2.0 °C | 11.6 °C | −8.2 °C | 94 |
| May | 5.4 °C | 16.9 °C | −4.1 °C | 139 |
| Jun | 9.3 °C | 21.6 °C | −0.2 °C | 140 |
| Jul | 11.4 °C | 21.4 °C | 2.5 °C | 165 |
| Aug | 11.6 °C | 22.7 °C | 2.0 °C | 161 |
| Sep | 8.6 °C | 19.3 °C | −0.8 °C | 114 |
| Oct | 5.8 °C | 16.5 °C | −5.2 °C | 109 |
| Nov | 1.4 °C | 14.1 °C | −9.8 °C | 108 |
| Dec | −1.3 °C | 11.3 °C | −12.4 °C | 122 |
| Year | 4.2 °C | 22.7 °C | −13.5 °C | 1431 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Les Diablerets (5 km, 2964 m), Aigle (17 km, 381 m), Château-d'Oex (18 km, 1028 m), adjusted to the elevation of Col de la Croix (1778 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about the weather: Col de la Croix
Is the Col de la Croix open?
The Col de la Croix is usually accessible mai–novembre. The official status depends on snow and roadworks (check TCS or the canton); the snow forecast above helps anticipate closures.
How cold is it at the Col de la Croix?
Expect about 8 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 1778 m is about 4.2 °C; the coldest month is January (−2.1 °C).
Can it snow at the Col de la Croix in summer?
Yes: above 2000 m, snow can fall in any season during cold spells. Watch the freezing level and the forecast snowfall in the dedicated section.
What is the warmest month in Col de la Croix?
The warmest month in Col de la Croix is August, averaging 11.6 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Col de la Croix per year?
Col de la Croix receives about 1431 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (165 mm), the driest February (84 mm).
When is the best time to visit Col de la Croix?
For warmth and sunshine: August (11.6 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.