Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge)
The Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge) rises to 2971 m (Vaud, Bern, Valais). Access: cable car; season: toute l'année. The weather above is computed at summit altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section shows 7-day snowfall, wind, gusts and the snow line — to pick the right day (visibility, cold, wind).
Climate of Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge): 1991–2020 normals
In Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge) (2971 m), the mean annual temperature is −2.2 °C. The warmest month is August (5.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (−8.3 °C). About 1362 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (150 mm) with a minimum in February (84 mm). On average there are 269 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 16.2 °C and the absolute minimum −19.7 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −8.3 °C | 4.2 °C | −19.7 °C | 105 | 31 | 0 |
| Feb | −8.1 °C | 5.2 °C | −19.3 °C | 84 | 28 | 0 |
| Mar | −6.6 °C | 6.7 °C | −18.0 °C | 89 | 30 | 0 |
| Apr | −4.5 °C | 4.7 °C | −14.7 °C | 85 | 29 | 0 |
| May | −1.2 °C | 10.2 °C | −10.6 °C | 131 | 26 | 0 |
| Jun | 2.7 °C | 15.0 °C | −6.7 °C | 128 | 14 | 0 |
| Jul | 4.9 °C | 14.6 °C | −3.9 °C | 150 | 8 | 0 |
| Aug | 5.0 °C | 16.2 °C | −4.5 °C | 150 | 8 | 0 |
| Sep | 2.1 °C | 12.8 °C | −7.1 °C | 101 | 14 | 0 |
| Oct | −0.6 °C | 10.1 °C | −11.6 °C | 101 | 22 | 0 |
| Nov | −4.9 °C | 7.9 °C | −16.2 °C | 106 | 29 | 0 |
| Dec | −7.5 °C | 5.2 °C | −18.7 °C | 131 | 30 | 0 |
| Year | −2.2 °C | 16.2 °C | −19.7 °C | 1362 | 269 | 1 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Les Diablerets (3 km, 2964 m), Château-d'Oex (16 km, 1028 m), Sion (17 km, 482 m), adjusted to the elevation of Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge) (2971 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Passes & summits
- Weather Col du Pillon (1 km · 1546 m)
- Weather Col de la Croix (7 km · 1778 m)
- Weather Col des Mosses (10 km · 1445 m)
- Weather Rochers-de-Naye (21 km · 2042 m)
- Weather Le Moléson (27 km · 2002 m)
- Weather Jaun Pass (28 km · 1509 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Gsteig (5 km)
- Weather Ormont-Dessus (8 km)
- Weather Lauenen (11 km)
- Weather Ardon (13 km)
- Weather Ormont-Dessous (14 km)
- Weather Arbaz (14 km)
- Weather Château-d'Oex (14 km)
- Weather Conthey (15 km)
Passes & summits Weather Gsteig
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge)
Is the Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge) open?
The Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge) 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 Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge)?
Expect about 15 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2971 m is about −2.2 °C; the coldest month is January (−8.3 °C).
Can it snow at the Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge) 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 Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge)?
The warmest month in Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge) is August, averaging 5.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −8.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge) per year?
Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge) receives about 1362 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (150 mm), the driest February (84 mm).
When is the best time to visit Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge)?
For warmth and sunshine: August (5.0 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−8.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.