About Assens
Assens is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Vaud (VD), at 46.616° latitude and 6.627° longitude. The municipality is part of the Lake Geneva region, temperate climate with lake influence, mild winters and warm summers. Also known as Assens, Assens benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Assens
The climate in Assens is characteristic of the Lake Geneva region, temperate climate with lake influence, mild winters and warm summers. Temperatures, precipitation and wind conditions vary throughout the year with local features linked to altitude and surrounding terrain. Our data comes from official weather stations and real-time Netatmo sensors for Assens and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Assens: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Assens: 1991–2020 normals
In Assens (638 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.7 °C. The warmest month is July (18.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.4 °C). About 1041 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (104 mm) with a minimum in February (59 mm). The sun shines for about 1926 hours a year, mostly in July (256 h). On average there are 58 frost days and 10 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 30.8 °C and the absolute minimum −7.8 °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 | 1.4 °C | 10.4 °C | −7.8 °C | 72 | 73 | 15 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.9 °C | 12.2 °C | −7.5 °C | 59 | 103 | 13 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.4 °C | 17.1 °C | −4.6 °C | 63 | 165 | 8 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.1 °C | 21.5 °C | −1.5 °C | 75 | 189 | 2 | 0 |
| May | 13.2 °C | 25.9 °C | 2.9 °C | 101 | 204 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 16.9 °C | 29.3 °C | 6.4 °C | 101 | 238 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 18.9 °C | 30.8 °C | 8.8 °C | 95 | 256 | 0 | 18 |
| Aug | 18.4 °C | 29.9 °C | 8.1 °C | 104 | 239 | 0 | 16 |
| Sep | 14.3 °C | 24.7 °C | 4.5 °C | 90 | 196 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.1 °C | 20.2 °C | 0.8 °C | 102 | 132 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.2 °C | 15.0 °C | −3.5 °C | 87 | 79 | 6 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.1 °C | 11.0 °C | −6.7 °C | 92 | 52 | 12 | 0 |
| Year | 9.7 °C | 30.8 °C | −7.8 °C | 1041 | 1926 | 58 | 52 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Pully (12 km, 456 m), Mathod (14 km, 435 m), Bullet / La Frétaz (25 km, 1205 m), adjusted to the elevation of Assens (638 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Assens:
- Weather Etagnières
- Weather Bretigny-sur-Morrens
- Weather Echallens
- Weather Morrens (VD)
- Weather Saint-Barthélemy (VD)
- Weather Bottens
- Weather Boussens
- Weather Cugy (VD)
- Weather Bettens
- Weather Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne
- Weather Bournens
- Weather Poliez-Pittet
Frequently asked questions about weather in Assens
What is the weather in Assens today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Assens, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Assens?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Assens.
Will it rain tomorrow in Assens?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Assens.
What is the air quality in Assens?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Assens.
Are there weather alerts for Assens?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Assens located?
Assens sits at around 638 m above sea level in the canton of Vaud. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Assens?
The warmest month in Assens is July, averaging 18.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.4 °C.
How much does it rain in Assens per year?
Assens receives about 1041 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (104 mm), the driest February (59 mm).
When is the best time to visit Assens?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.9 °C on average, 256 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.4 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.