About Châtel-Saint-Denis
Châtel-Saint-Denis is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Fribourg (FR), at 46.534° latitude and 6.944° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss mountain region, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers at altitude. Also known as Châtel-Saint-Denis, Châtel-Saint-Denis benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Châtel-Saint-Denis
The climate in Châtel-Saint-Denis is characteristic of the Swiss mountain region, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers at altitude. 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 Châtel-Saint-Denis and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Châtel-Saint-Denis: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Châtel-Saint-Denis: 1991–2020 normals
In Châtel-Saint-Denis (1112 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.7 °C. The warmest month is August (15.5 °C on average) and the coldest February (0.8 °C). About 862 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (104 mm) with a minimum in February (47 mm). On average there are 127 frost days and 3 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.4 °C and the absolute minimum −9.9 °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 | 1.2 °C | 11.0 °C | −9.3 °C | 47 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.8 °C | 11.4 °C | −9.9 °C | 47 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.1 °C | 13.6 °C | −7.4 °C | 50 | 20 | 0 |
| Apr | 5.8 °C | 16.9 °C | −4.3 °C | 56 | 9 | 0 |
| May | 9.7 °C | 21.4 °C | 0.3 °C | 89 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 13.4 °C | 25.0 °C | 3.8 °C | 91 | 0 | 8 |
| Jul | 15.4 °C | 26.4 °C | 6.4 °C | 104 | 0 | 11 |
| Aug | 15.5 °C | 26.1 °C | 5.9 °C | 104 | 0 | 10 |
| Sep | 12.0 °C | 22.0 °C | 2.8 °C | 76 | 0 | 1 |
| Oct | 9.2 °C | 19.9 °C | −1.1 °C | 69 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.6 °C | 15.7 °C | −5.6 °C | 62 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.1 °C | 12.2 °C | −8.4 °C | 67 | 25 | 0 |
| Year | 7.7 °C | 26.4 °C | −9.9 °C | 862 | 127 | 31 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Le Moléson (6 km, 1974 m), Château-d'Oex (16 km, 1028 m), Pully (21 km, 456 m), adjusted to the elevation of Châtel-Saint-Denis (1112 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Châtel-Saint-Denis:
- Weather Blonay - Saint-Légier
- Weather Semsales
- Weather Remaufens
- Weather Maracon
- Weather Gruyères
- Weather Saint-Martin (FR)
- Weather Haut-Intyamon
- Weather Bossonnens
- Weather Attalens
- Weather Bas-Intyamon
- Weather La Verrerie
- Weather Bulle
→ Nearby cities · Canton Fribourg
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Les Paccots
Frequently asked questions about weather in Châtel-Saint-Denis
What is the weather in Châtel-Saint-Denis today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Châtel-Saint-Denis, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Châtel-Saint-Denis?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Châtel-Saint-Denis.
Will it rain tomorrow in Châtel-Saint-Denis?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Châtel-Saint-Denis.
What is the air quality in Châtel-Saint-Denis?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Châtel-Saint-Denis.
Are there weather alerts for Châtel-Saint-Denis?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Châtel-Saint-Denis located?
Châtel-Saint-Denis sits at around 1112 m above sea level in the canton of Fribourg. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Châtel-Saint-Denis?
The warmest month in Châtel-Saint-Denis is August, averaging 15.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at 0.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Châtel-Saint-Denis per year?
Châtel-Saint-Denis receives about 862 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (104 mm), the driest February (47 mm).
When is the best time to visit Châtel-Saint-Denis?
For warmth and sunshine: August (15.5 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is February (0.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.