Nendaz ski resort
Nendaz is a ski resort in the canton of Valais, in the municipality of Nendaz. The village sits at 1365 m and the ski area (4 Vallées) tops out at 3330 m (Mont-Fort), a vertical drop of 1965 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 3330 m.
Snow and season in Nendaz
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 (1365 m) and the slopes (3330 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 Nendaz: 1991–2020 normals
In Nendaz (1365 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.3 °C. The warmest month is July (15.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.1 °C). About 704 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (79 mm) with a minimum in April (42 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.7 °C and the absolute minimum −12.9 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.1 °C | 8.3 °C | −12.9 °C | 61 |
| Feb | −1.4 °C | 10.3 °C | −11.6 °C | 48 |
| Mar | 2.1 °C | 13.8 °C | −9.0 °C | 44 |
| Apr | 5.5 °C | 17.0 °C | −5.4 °C | 42 |
| May | 9.5 °C | 21.3 °C | −1.1 °C | 64 |
| Jun | 13.3 °C | 25.5 °C | 2.7 °C | 60 |
| Jul | 15.3 °C | 26.7 °C | 5.3 °C | 76 |
| Aug | 14.8 °C | 26.1 °C | 4.4 °C | 73 |
| Sep | 11.0 °C | 21.7 °C | 1.1 °C | 46 |
| Oct | 7.2 °C | 17.9 °C | −3.3 °C | 52 |
| Nov | 1.9 °C | 14.0 °C | −8.5 °C | 60 |
| Dec | −1.4 °C | 8.8 °C | −11.6 °C | 79 |
| Year | 6.3 °C | 26.7 °C | −12.9 °C | 704 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Sion (7 km, 482 m), Les Attelas (8 km, 2734 m), Evolène / Villa (18 km, 1825 m), adjusted to the elevation of Nendaz (1365 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Veysonnaz (5 km · 1300–2460 m)
- Weather La Tzoumaz (5 km · 1500–2200 m)
- Weather Thyon 2000 (7 km · 2000–2460 m)
- Weather Verbier (9 km · 1500–3330 m)
- Weather Ovronnaz (13 km · 1350–2500 m)
- Weather Bruson (15 km · 1080–2200 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Isérables
- Weather Chamoson
- Weather Riddes
- Weather Veysonnaz
- Weather Vétroz
- Weather Conthey
- Weather Ardon
- Weather Saxon
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Nendaz
How high is Nendaz?
The village of Nendaz is at 1365 m and the ski area rises to 3330 m (Mont-Fort), a vertical drop of 1965 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Nendaz?
Expect about 12 °C less at the summit (3330 m) than in the village (1365 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 3330 m.
When does it snow in Nendaz?
In the village (1365 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from November 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 Nendaz?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Mont-Fort (3330 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 Nendaz?
The warmest month in Nendaz is July, averaging 15.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Nendaz per year?
Nendaz receives about 704 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (79 mm), the driest April (42 mm).
When is the best time to visit Nendaz?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.3 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.