Vallée de Joux ski resort
Vallée de Joux is a ski resort in the canton of Vaud, in the municipality of Le Chenit. The village sits at 1010 m and the ski area tops out at 1500 m (Mont Tendre (ski de fond)), a vertical drop of 490 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 Vallée de Joux
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 (1010 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 Vallée de Joux: 1991–2020 normals
In Vallée de Joux (1010 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.6 °C. The warmest month is July (16.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.2 °C). About 1251 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (131 mm) with a minimum in April (84 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.3 °C and the absolute minimum −9.7 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −0.2 °C | 9.4 °C | −9.7 °C | 106 |
| Feb | 0.1 °C | 10.8 °C | −9.5 °C | 85 |
| Mar | 3.2 °C | 14.7 °C | −6.8 °C | 87 |
| Apr | 6.6 °C | 18.8 °C | −4.1 °C | 84 |
| May | 10.6 °C | 23.2 °C | 0.3 °C | 106 |
| Jun | 14.4 °C | 26.7 °C | 3.9 °C | 106 |
| Jul | 16.4 °C | 28.3 °C | 6.2 °C | 105 |
| Aug | 16.1 °C | 27.7 °C | 5.7 °C | 103 |
| Sep | 12.1 °C | 22.9 °C | 2.2 °C | 104 |
| Oct | 8.3 °C | 19.0 °C | −1.6 °C | 120 |
| Nov | 3.4 °C | 13.8 °C | −5.8 °C | 114 |
| Dec | 0.6 °C | 10.3 °C | −8.9 °C | 131 |
| Year | 7.6 °C | 28.3 °C | −9.7 °C | 1251 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations La Dôle (22 km, 1670 m), Nyon / Changins (24 km, 458 m), Mathod (31 km, 435 m), adjusted to the elevation of Vallée de Joux (1010 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Saint-Cergue / La Dôle (19 km · 1040–1677 m)
- Weather Sainte-Croix / Les Rasses (35 km · 1180–1600 m)
- Weather La Robella (40 km · 780–1450 m)
- Weather Les Paccots (60 km · 1060–1500 m)
- Weather Torgon (61 km · 1100–2000 m)
- Weather Moléson-sur-Gruyères (63 km · 1100–2002 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Le Lieu
- Weather Berolle
- Weather Saint-George
- Weather Bière
- Weather Montricher
- Weather Gimel
- Weather L'Abbaye
- Weather Longirod
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Vallée de Joux
How high is Vallée de Joux?
The village of Vallée de Joux is at 1010 m and the ski area rises to 1500 m (Mont Tendre (ski de fond)), a vertical drop of 490 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Vallée de Joux?
Expect about 3 °C less at the summit (1500 m) than in the village (1010 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 Vallée de Joux?
In the village (1010 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 Vallée de Joux?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Mont Tendre (ski de fond) (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 Vallée de Joux?
The warmest month in Vallée de Joux is July, averaging 16.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Vallée de Joux per year?
Vallée de Joux receives about 1251 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (131 mm), the driest April (84 mm).
When is the best time to visit Vallée de Joux?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.4 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.