Les Diablerets ski resort
Les Diablerets is a ski resort in the canton of Vaud, in the municipality of Ormont-Dessus. The village sits at 1150 m and the ski area (Villars-Gryon-Diablerets) tops out at 2971 m (Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge)), a vertical drop of 1821 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 2971 m.
Snow and season in Les Diablerets
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 (1150 m) and the slopes (2971 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 Les Diablerets: 1991–2020 normals
In Les Diablerets (1150 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.8 °C. The warmest month is August (15.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.7 °C). About 1060 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (117 mm) with a minimum in February (66 mm). On average there are 127 frost days and 3 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.2 °C and the absolute minimum −9.6 °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 | 1.7 °C | 14.3 °C | −9.6 °C | 82 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.9 °C | 15.3 °C | −9.3 °C | 66 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.4 °C | 16.7 °C | −8.0 °C | 69 | 20 | 0 |
| Apr | 5.5 °C | 14.7 °C | −4.7 °C | 66 | 9 | 0 |
| May | 8.8 °C | 20.2 °C | −0.6 °C | 102 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 12.7 °C | 25.0 °C | 3.3 °C | 100 | 0 | 8 |
| Jul | 14.9 °C | 24.6 °C | 6.1 °C | 117 | 0 | 11 |
| Aug | 15.0 °C | 26.2 °C | 5.5 °C | 116 | 0 | 10 |
| Sep | 12.2 °C | 22.8 °C | 2.9 °C | 79 | 0 | 1 |
| Oct | 9.4 °C | 20.2 °C | −1.5 °C | 79 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.2 °C | 18.0 °C | −6.2 °C | 83 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.5 °C | 15.3 °C | −8.6 °C | 102 | 25 | 0 |
| Year | 7.8 °C | 26.2 °C | −9.6 °C | 1060 | 127 | 31 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Les Diablerets (3 km, 2964 m), Château-d'Oex (16 km, 1028 m), Sion (18 km, 482 m), adjusted to the elevation of Les Diablerets (1150 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Villars-sur-Ollon (6 km · 1300–2120 m)
- Weather Les Mosses (8 km · 1445–1900 m)
- Weather Gryon (9 km · 1130–2120 m)
- Weather Leysin (13 km · 1260–2205 m)
- Weather Château-d'Œx (15 km · 960–1650 m)
- Weather Ovronnaz (15 km · 1350–2500 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Gsteig
- Weather Ormont-Dessous
- Weather Gryon
- Weather Ardon
- Weather Leysin
- Weather Lauenen
- Weather Conthey
- Weather Corbeyrier
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Les Diablerets
How high is Les Diablerets?
The village of Les Diablerets is at 1150 m and the ski area rises to 2971 m (Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge)), a vertical drop of 1821 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Les Diablerets?
Expect about 11 °C less at the summit (2971 m) than in the village (1150 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2971 m.
When does it snow in Les Diablerets?
In the village (1150 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from January 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 Les Diablerets?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Glacier 3000 (Scex Rouge) (2971 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 Les Diablerets?
The warmest month in Les Diablerets is August, averaging 15.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Les Diablerets per year?
Les Diablerets receives about 1060 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (117 mm), the driest February (66 mm).
When is the best time to visit Les Diablerets?
For warmth and sunshine: August (15.0 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.