About Château-d'Oex
Château-d'Oex is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Vaud (VD), at 46.476° latitude and 7.180° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Château-d'Oex, Château-d'Oex benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Château-d'Oex
The climate in Château-d'Oex is characteristic of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. 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 Château-d'Oex and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Château-d'Oex: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Château-d'Oex: 1991–2020 normals
In Château-d'Oex (986 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.5 °C. The warmest month is July (16.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.1 °C). About 1264 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (143 mm) with a minimum in February (75 mm). On average there are 127 frost days and 3 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.7 °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) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −1.1 °C | 10.6 °C | −13.3 °C | 92 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.4 °C | 12.6 °C | −12.7 °C | 75 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.4 °C | 17.3 °C | −8.6 °C | 83 | 20 | 0 |
| Apr | 7.0 °C | 20.9 °C | −4.4 °C | 82 | 9 | 0 |
| May | 11.0 °C | 24.9 °C | 0.3 °C | 125 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 14.6 °C | 28.6 °C | 3.5 °C | 124 | 0 | 8 |
| Jul | 16.5 °C | 29.7 °C | 6.0 °C | 142 | 0 | 11 |
| Aug | 16.2 °C | 29.6 °C | 5.2 °C | 143 | 0 | 10 |
| Sep | 12.3 °C | 24.6 °C | 2.2 °C | 99 | 0 | 1 |
| Oct | 8.3 °C | 21.3 °C | −2.1 °C | 94 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.0 °C | 16.3 °C | −8.2 °C | 94 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | −0.3 °C | 11.1 °C | −12.2 °C | 111 | 25 | 0 |
| Year | 7.5 °C | 29.7 °C | −13.3 °C | 1264 | 127 | 31 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Château-d'Oex (3 km, 1028 m), Le Moléson (15 km, 1974 m), Les Diablerets (17 km, 2964 m), adjusted to the elevation of Château-d'Oex (986 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Château-d'Oex
What is the weather in Château-d'Oex today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Château-d'Oex, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Château-d'Oex?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Château-d'Oex.
Will it rain tomorrow in Château-d'Oex?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Château-d'Oex.
What is the air quality in Château-d'Oex?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Château-d'Oex.
Are there weather alerts for Château-d'Oex?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Château-d'Oex located?
Château-d'Oex sits at around 986 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 Château-d'Oex?
The warmest month in Château-d'Oex is July, averaging 16.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Château-d'Oex per year?
Château-d'Oex receives about 1264 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (143 mm), the driest February (75 mm).
When is the best time to visit Château-d'Oex?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.5 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.