Jaun ski resort
Jaun is a ski resort in the canton of Fribourg, in the municipality of Jaun. The village sits at 1015 m and the ski area tops out at 1700 m (Gastlosen), a vertical drop of 685 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 1700 m.
Snow and season in Jaun
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 (1015 m) and the slopes (1700 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 Jaun: 1991–2020 normals
In Jaun (1015 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.7 °C. The warmest month is July (16.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.1 °C). About 1122 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (134 mm) with a minimum in February (57 mm). The sun shines for about 1858 hours a year, mostly in July (237 h). On average there are 116 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.9 °C and the absolute minimum −11.3 °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 | −0.1 °C | 10.9 °C | −11.3 °C | 63 | 98 | 25 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.1 °C | 11.7 °C | −11.1 °C | 57 | 113 | 22 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.3 °C | 15.4 °C | −7.7 °C | 67 | 152 | 18 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.6 °C | 19.0 °C | −4.1 °C | 76 | 168 | 8 | 0 |
| May | 10.5 °C | 23.2 °C | 0.5 °C | 124 | 183 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 14.2 °C | 26.7 °C | 3.9 °C | 121 | 213 | 0 | 5 |
| Jul | 16.2 °C | 27.9 °C | 6.6 °C | 132 | 237 | 0 | 7 |
| Aug | 16.0 °C | 27.6 °C | 5.9 °C | 134 | 221 | 0 | 7 |
| Sep | 12.2 °C | 22.9 °C | 2.7 °C | 97 | 169 | 0 | 1 |
| Oct | 8.6 °C | 19.9 °C | −1.5 °C | 91 | 128 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.7 °C | 15.4 °C | −6.7 °C | 77 | 91 | 14 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.8 °C | 11.5 °C | −10.1 °C | 84 | 85 | 23 | 0 |
| Year | 7.7 °C | 27.9 °C | −11.3 °C | 1122 | 1858 | 116 | 20 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Plaffeien (16 km, 1042 m), Château-d'Oex (18 km, 1028 m), Le Moléson (21 km, 1974 m), adjusted to the elevation of Jaun (1015 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Charmey (7 km · 900–1630 m)
- Weather Schwarzsee (9 km · 1050–1750 m)
- Weather Zweisimmen (10 km · 950–2000 m)
- Weather Schönried-Saanenmöser (11 km · 1230–2000 m)
- Weather La Berra (13 km · 1000–1700 m)
- Weather Rougemont (14 km · 1000–2156 m)
⛷️ Ski resorts Canton Fribourg
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Saanen
- Weather Boltigen
- Weather Val-de-Charmey
- Weather Plasselb
- Weather Zweisimmen
- Weather Crésuz
- Weather Châtel-sur-Montsalvens
- Weather Broc
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Jaun
How high is Jaun?
The village of Jaun is at 1015 m and the ski area rises to 1700 m (Gastlosen), a vertical drop of 685 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Jaun?
Expect about 4 °C less at the summit (1700 m) than in the village (1015 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 1700 m.
When does it snow in Jaun?
In the village (1015 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from December to February (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 Jaun?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Gastlosen (1700 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 Jaun?
The warmest month in Jaun is July, averaging 16.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Jaun per year?
Jaun receives about 1122 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (134 mm), the driest February (57 mm).
When is the best time to visit Jaun?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.2 °C on average, 237 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.