Les Paccots ski resort
Les Paccots is a ski resort in the canton of Fribourg, in the municipality of Châtel-Saint-Denis. The village sits at 1060 m and the ski area tops out at 1500 m (Corbetta), a vertical drop of 440 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 1500 m.
Snow and season in Les Paccots
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 (1060 m) and the slopes (1500 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 Paccots: 1991–2020 normals
In Les Paccots (1060 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.9 °C. The warmest month is August (15.7 °C on average) and the coldest February (0.9 °C). About 873 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (107 mm) with a minimum in February (48 mm). On average there are 127 frost days and 3 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.8 °C and the absolute minimum −10.0 °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 | 1.1 °C | 11.2 °C | −9.7 °C | 49 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.9 °C | 11.7 °C | −10.0 °C | 48 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.3 °C | 14.1 °C | −7.4 °C | 52 | 20 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.1 °C | 17.5 °C | −4.3 °C | 56 | 9 | 0 |
| May | 10.0 °C | 21.9 °C | 0.4 °C | 90 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 13.6 °C | 25.4 °C | 3.8 °C | 92 | 0 | 8 |
| Jul | 15.6 °C | 26.8 °C | 6.4 °C | 107 | 0 | 11 |
| Aug | 15.7 °C | 26.5 °C | 5.9 °C | 106 | 0 | 10 |
| Sep | 12.2 °C | 22.4 °C | 2.7 °C | 76 | 0 | 1 |
| Oct | 9.2 °C | 20.2 °C | −1.2 °C | 68 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.6 °C | 16.0 °C | −5.8 °C | 62 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.0 °C | 12.4 °C | −8.7 °C | 68 | 25 | 0 |
| Year | 7.9 °C | 26.8 °C | −10.0 °C | 873 | 127 | 31 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Le Moléson (6 km, 1974 m), Château-d'Oex (13 km, 1028 m), Aigle (20 km, 381 m), adjusted to the elevation of Les Paccots (1060 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Moléson-sur-Gruyères (7 km · 1100–2002 m)
- Weather Château-d'Œx (14 km · 960–1650 m)
- Weather Les Mosses (16 km · 1445–1900 m)
- Weather Leysin (17 km · 1260–2205 m)
- Weather Rougemont (18 km · 1000–2156 m)
- Weather Charmey (22 km · 900–1630 m)
⛷️ Ski resorts Canton Fribourg
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Haut-Intyamon
- Weather Blonay - Saint-Légier
- Weather Gruyères
- Weather Remaufens
- Weather Montreux
- Weather Rossinière
- Weather Semsales
- Weather Bas-Intyamon
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Les Paccots
How high is Les Paccots?
The village of Les Paccots is at 1060 m and the ski area rises to 1500 m (Corbetta), a vertical drop of 440 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Les Paccots?
Expect about 3 °C less at the summit (1500 m) than in the village (1060 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 1500 m.
When does it snow in Les Paccots?
In the village (1060 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 Les Paccots?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Corbetta (1500 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 Paccots?
The warmest month in Les Paccots is August, averaging 15.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at 0.9 °C.
How much does it rain in Les Paccots per year?
Les Paccots receives about 873 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (107 mm), the driest February (48 mm).
When is the best time to visit Les Paccots?
For warmth and sunshine: August (15.7 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is February (0.9 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.