Villars-sur-Ollon ski resort
Villars-sur-Ollon is a ski resort in the canton of Vaud, in the municipality of Ollon. The village sits at 1300 m and the ski area (Villars-Gryon-Diablerets) tops out at 2120 m (Les Chaux), a vertical drop of 820 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 2120 m.
Snow and season in Villars-sur-Ollon
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 (2120 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 Villars-sur-Ollon: 1991–2020 normals
In Villars-sur-Ollon (1300 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.6 °C. The warmest month is July (14.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.3 °C). About 1210 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (145 mm) with a minimum in February (71 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 25.4 °C and the absolute minimum −11.1 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −0.3 °C | 11.6 °C | −11.1 °C | 83 |
| Feb | 0.2 °C | 12.7 °C | −10.3 °C | 71 |
| Mar | 2.4 °C | 15.2 °C | −8.4 °C | 77 |
| Apr | 5.0 °C | 15.2 °C | −5.4 °C | 80 |
| May | 8.5 °C | 20.2 °C | −1.2 °C | 116 |
| Jun | 12.3 °C | 24.4 °C | 2.5 °C | 118 |
| Jul | 14.3 °C | 24.5 °C | 5.1 °C | 145 |
| Aug | 14.3 °C | 25.4 °C | 4.5 °C | 136 |
| Sep | 11.0 °C | 21.6 °C | 1.7 °C | 99 |
| Oct | 7.9 °C | 18.7 °C | −2.7 °C | 95 |
| Nov | 3.3 °C | 15.8 °C | −7.3 °C | 92 |
| Dec | 0.5 °C | 12.6 °C | −10.0 °C | 98 |
| Year | 6.6 °C | 25.4 °C | −11.1 °C | 1210 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Les Diablerets (8 km, 2964 m), Aigle (14 km, 381 m), Evionnaz (16 km, 482 m), adjusted to the elevation of Villars-sur-Ollon (1300 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Gryon (3 km · 1130–2120 m)
- Weather Les Diablerets (6 km · 1150–2971 m)
- Weather Leysin (9 km · 1260–2205 m)
- Weather Les Mosses (9 km · 1445–1900 m)
- Weather Ovronnaz (12 km · 1350–2500 m)
- Weather Château-d'Œx (18 km · 960–1650 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Ormont-Dessus
- Weather Gryon
- Weather Leysin
- Weather Bex
- Weather Aigle
- Weather Corbeyrier
- Weather Ormont-Dessous
- Weather Lavey-Morcles
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Villars-sur-Ollon
How high is Villars-sur-Ollon?
The village of Villars-sur-Ollon is at 1300 m and the ski area rises to 2120 m (Les Chaux), a vertical drop of 820 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Villars-sur-Ollon?
Expect about 5 °C less at the summit (2120 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 2120 m.
When does it snow in Villars-sur-Ollon?
In the village (1300 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 Villars-sur-Ollon?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Les Chaux (2120 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 Villars-sur-Ollon?
The warmest month in Villars-sur-Ollon is July, averaging 14.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Villars-sur-Ollon per year?
Villars-sur-Ollon receives about 1210 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (145 mm), the driest February (71 mm).
When is the best time to visit Villars-sur-Ollon?
For warmth and sunshine: July (14.3 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.