Veysonnaz ski resort
Veysonnaz is a ski resort in the canton of Valais, in the municipality of Veysonnaz. The village sits at 1300 m and the ski area (4 Vallées) tops out at 2460 m (Greppon Blanc), a vertical drop of 1160 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 2460 m.
Snow and season in Veysonnaz
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 (1300 m) and the slopes (2460 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 Veysonnaz: 1991–2020 normals
In Veysonnaz (1300 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.3 °C. The warmest month is July (16.1 °C on average) and the coldest January (−3.7 °C). About 707 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (82 mm) with a minimum in April (41 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 29.1 °C and the absolute minimum −13.3 °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 | −3.7 °C | 7.0 °C | −13.3 °C | 63 | 136 | 28 | 0 |
| Feb | −2.0 °C | 10.7 °C | −11.9 °C | 50 | 144 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 2.7 °C | 16.3 °C | −8.1 °C | 45 | 184 | 21 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.7 °C | 20.2 °C | −4.7 °C | 41 | 191 | 12 | 0 |
| May | 10.8 °C | 24.5 °C | −0.7 °C | 63 | 202 | 2 | 0 |
| Jun | 14.5 °C | 27.9 °C | 2.9 °C | 58 | 223 | 0 | 2 |
| Jul | 16.1 °C | 29.1 °C | 5.2 °C | 74 | 246 | 0 | 5 |
| Aug | 15.4 °C | 28.4 °C | 4.3 °C | 72 | 234 | 0 | 4 |
| Sep | 11.3 °C | 23.2 °C | 0.8 °C | 46 | 202 | 1 | 0 |
| Oct | 6.5 °C | 18.7 °C | −4.1 °C | 52 | 169 | 6 | 0 |
| Nov | 0.8 °C | 13.7 °C | −9.2 °C | 61 | 123 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | −3.2 °C | 7.6 °C | −12.7 °C | 82 | 117 | 26 | 0 |
| Year | 6.3 °C | 29.1 °C | −13.3 °C | 707 | 2171 | 135 | 12 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Sion (3 km, 482 m), Les Attelas (12 km, 2734 m), Montana (15 km, 1423 m), adjusted to the elevation of Veysonnaz (1300 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Thyon 2000 (4 km · 2000–2460 m)
- Weather Nendaz (5 km · 1365–3330 m)
- Weather La Tzoumaz (10 km · 1500–2200 m)
- Weather Verbier (14 km · 1500–3330 m)
- Weather Evolène (14 km · 1370–2680 m)
- Weather Ovronnaz (16 km · 1350–2500 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Nendaz
- Weather Sion
- Weather Vétroz
- Weather Savièse
- Weather Vex
- Weather Grimisuat
- Weather Hérémence
- Weather Conthey
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Veysonnaz
How high is Veysonnaz?
The village of Veysonnaz is at 1300 m and the ski area rises to 2460 m (Greppon Blanc), a vertical drop of 1160 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Veysonnaz?
Expect about 7 °C less at the summit (2460 m) than in the village (1300 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2460 m.
When does it snow in Veysonnaz?
In the village (1300 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 Veysonnaz?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Greppon Blanc (2460 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 Veysonnaz?
The warmest month in Veysonnaz is July, averaging 16.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −3.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Veysonnaz per year?
Veysonnaz receives about 707 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (82 mm), the driest April (41 mm).
When is the best time to visit Veysonnaz?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.1 °C on average, 246 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−3.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.