Col du Mollendruz
The Col du Mollendruz is a mountain pass at 1180 m (Vaud). Access: road; usually open toute l'année. 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 du Mollendruz: 1991–2020 normals
In Col du Mollendruz (1180 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.4 °C. The warmest month is July (15.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.8 °C). About 1109 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (111 mm) with a minimum in February (65 mm). The sun shines for about 1705 hours a year, mostly in July (218 h). On average there are 117 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.0 °C and the absolute minimum −11.8 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Sunshine (h) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −1.8 °C | 7.7 °C | −11.8 °C | 79 | 85 | 25 | 0 |
| Feb | −1.3 °C | 9.5 °C | −11.5 °C | 65 | 100 | 22 | 0 |
| Mar | 2.0 °C | 14.3 °C | −8.5 °C | 67 | 144 | 18 | 0 |
| Apr | 5.7 °C | 18.5 °C | −5.5 °C | 78 | 157 | 10 | 0 |
| May | 9.8 °C | 22.9 °C | −1.1 °C | 106 | 175 | 2 | 0 |
| Jun | 13.6 °C | 26.3 °C | 2.5 °C | 109 | 196 | 0 | 1 |
| Jul | 15.5 °C | 28.0 °C | 4.6 °C | 101 | 218 | 0 | 2 |
| Aug | 14.9 °C | 26.9 °C | 4.0 °C | 111 | 201 | 0 | 2 |
| Sep | 10.8 °C | 21.7 °C | 0.4 °C | 94 | 152 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 6.7 °C | 17.4 °C | −3.2 °C | 107 | 118 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 1.9 °C | 12.2 °C | −7.6 °C | 90 | 82 | 14 | 0 |
| Dec | −1.1 °C | 8.3 °C | −10.8 °C | 100 | 77 | 22 | 0 |
| Year | 6.4 °C | 28.0 °C | −11.8 °C | 1109 | 1705 | 117 | 5 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Mathod (18 km, 435 m), Bullet / La Frétaz (27 km, 1205 m), Pully (27 km, 456 m), adjusted to the elevation of Col du Mollendruz (1180 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about the weather: Col du Mollendruz
Is the Col du Mollendruz open?
The Col du Mollendruz is usually accessible toute l'année. 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 du Mollendruz?
Expect about 4 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 1180 m is about 6.4 °C; the coldest month is January (−1.8 °C).
Can it snow at the Col du Mollendruz 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 du Mollendruz?
The warmest month in Col du Mollendruz is July, averaging 15.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Col du Mollendruz per year?
Col du Mollendruz receives about 1109 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (111 mm), the driest February (65 mm).
When is the best time to visit Col du Mollendruz?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.5 °C on average, 218 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.