Champex-Lac ski resort
Champex-Lac is a ski resort in the canton of Valais, in the municipality of Orsières. The village sits at 1470 m and the ski area (Champex) tops out at 2188 m (La Breya), a vertical drop of 718 m. The forecast at the top of the page is computed for the village altitude; the “Summit weather” section gives temperature, snow, wind and freezing level at 2188 m.
Snow and season in Champex-Lac
Above 1000 m expect reliable winter snow and cool nights even in summer; ideal for skiing and hiking.
To judge conditions, compare the snow line (≈ 300 m below the freezing level) with the village (1470 m) and the slopes (2188 m); above 50–60 km/h of summit wind, exposed lifts may close; a warm front lifts the freezing level within hours, a cold front brings snow down to the valley.
Climate of Champex-Lac: 1991–2020 normals
In Champex-Lac (1470 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.7 °C. The warmest month is July (14.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.5 °C). About 1712 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in November (194 mm) with a minimum in September (99 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 24.2 °C and the absolute minimum −12.2 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −1.5 °C | 8.4 °C | −12.2 °C | 181 |
| Feb | −1.5 °C | 9.0 °C | −11.3 °C | 142 |
| Mar | 1.0 °C | 11.0 °C | −9.5 °C | 144 |
| Apr | 3.9 °C | 13.7 °C | −6.1 °C | 153 |
| May | 7.9 °C | 18.2 °C | −1.4 °C | 155 |
| Jun | 12.0 °C | 22.8 °C | 2.3 °C | 109 |
| Jul | 14.2 °C | 24.2 °C | 5.0 °C | 105 |
| Aug | 13.9 °C | 23.7 °C | 4.4 °C | 102 |
| Sep | 10.2 °C | 19.7 °C | 1.2 °C | 99 |
| Oct | 7.1 °C | 16.6 °C | −2.7 °C | 146 |
| Nov | 2.2 °C | 13.2 °C | −7.8 °C | 194 |
| Dec | −0.6 °C | 9.2 °C | −10.6 °C | 182 |
| Year | 5.7 °C | 24.2 °C | −12.2 °C | 1712 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Les Attelas (15 km, 2734 m), Evionnaz (18 km, 482 m), Col du Grand St-Bernard (19 km, 2472 m), adjusted to the elevation of Champex-Lac (1470 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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- Weather Verbier (12 km · 1500–3330 m)
- Weather Les Marécottes (14 km · 1100–2200 m)
- Weather La Tzoumaz (16 km · 1500–2200 m)
- Weather Ovronnaz (20 km · 1350–2500 m)
Nearby municipalities
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- Weather Sembrancher
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- Weather Salvan
- Weather Liddes
- Weather Martigny
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Champex-Lac
How high is Champex-Lac?
The village of Champex-Lac is at 1470 m and the ski area rises to 2188 m (La Breya), a vertical drop of 718 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Champex-Lac?
Expect about 4 °C less at the summit (2188 m) than in the village (1470 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2188 m.
When does it snow in Champex-Lac?
In the village (1470 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from December to March (1991–2020 normals), when precipitation mostly falls as snow. Higher up, snow can fall in any season.
Where can I see the weather on the slopes of Champex-Lac?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for La Breya (2188 m), min/max temperature, 7-day snowfall, wind and gusts, plus the freezing level and the estimated snow line.
What is the warmest month in Champex-Lac?
The warmest month in Champex-Lac is July, averaging 14.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Champex-Lac per year?
Champex-Lac receives about 1712 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is November (194 mm), the driest September (99 mm).
When is the best time to visit Champex-Lac?
For warmth and sunshine: July (14.2 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.