Vercorin ski resort
Vercorin is a ski resort in the canton of Valais, in the municipality of Chalais. The village sits at 1320 m and the ski area tops out at 2370 m (Crêt-du-Midi), a vertical drop of 1050 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 2370 m.
Snow and season in Vercorin
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 (1320 m) and the slopes (2370 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 Vercorin: 1991–2020 normals
In Vercorin (1320 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.9 °C. The warmest month is July (15.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.3 °C). About 794 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (87 mm) with a minimum in April (50 mm). The sun shines for about 2171 hours a year, mostly in July (246 h). On average there are 135 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.8 °C and the absolute minimum −11.7 °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 | −1.3 °C | 9.1 °C | −11.7 °C | 75 | 136 | 28 | 0 |
| Feb | −1.0 °C | 10.5 °C | −11.7 °C | 62 | 144 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 2.5 °C | 14.6 °C | −8.6 °C | 54 | 184 | 21 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.0 °C | 18.3 °C | −5.1 °C | 50 | 191 | 12 | 0 |
| May | 10.0 °C | 22.7 °C | −0.4 °C | 74 | 202 | 2 | 0 |
| Jun | 13.7 °C | 26.6 °C | 3.1 °C | 69 | 223 | 0 | 2 |
| Jul | 15.7 °C | 27.8 °C | 5.6 °C | 75 | 246 | 0 | 5 |
| Aug | 15.4 °C | 27.4 °C | 4.9 °C | 79 | 234 | 0 | 4 |
| Sep | 11.5 °C | 22.7 °C | 1.7 °C | 50 | 202 | 1 | 0 |
| Oct | 7.7 °C | 19.2 °C | −2.4 °C | 55 | 169 | 6 | 0 |
| Nov | 2.6 °C | 14.3 °C | −7.6 °C | 64 | 123 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | −0.5 °C | 9.9 °C | −10.8 °C | 87 | 117 | 26 | 0 |
| Year | 6.9 °C | 27.8 °C | −11.7 °C | 794 | 2171 | 135 | 12 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Montana (8 km, 1423 m), Evolène / Villa (15 km, 1825 m), Sion (16 km, 482 m), adjusted to the elevation of Vercorin (1320 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Chandolin (5 km · 1936–3025 m)
- Weather Saint-Luc (8 km · 1650–3025 m)
- Weather Grimentz (11 km · 1570–2900 m)
- Weather Crans-Montana (12 km · 1500–2927 m)
- Weather Evolène (14 km · 1370–2680 m)
- Weather Anzère (14 km · 1500–2420 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Grône
- Weather Anniviers
- Weather Chippis
- Weather Crans-Montana
- Weather Sierre
- Weather Noble-Contrée
- Weather Lens
- Weather Mont-Noble
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Vercorin
How high is Vercorin?
The village of Vercorin is at 1320 m and the ski area rises to 2370 m (Crêt-du-Midi), a vertical drop of 1050 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Vercorin?
Expect about 6 °C less at the summit (2370 m) than in the village (1320 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2370 m.
When does it snow in Vercorin?
In the village (1320 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 Vercorin?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Crêt-du-Midi (2370 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 Vercorin?
The warmest month in Vercorin is July, averaging 15.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Vercorin per year?
Vercorin receives about 794 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (87 mm), the driest April (50 mm).
When is the best time to visit Vercorin?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.7 °C on average, 246 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.