About Chénens
Chénens is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Fribourg (FR), at 46.743° latitude and 6.996° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Chénens, Chénens benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Chénens
The climate in Chénens 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 Chénens and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Chénens: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Chénens: 1991–2020 normals
In Chénens (717 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.8 °C. The warmest month is July (18.1 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.0 °C). About 964 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (106 mm) with a minimum in February (48 mm). The sun shines for about 1832 hours a year, mostly in July (254 h). On average there are 90 frost days and 10 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 30.9 °C and the absolute minimum −10.5 °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 | 0.0 °C | 10.9 °C | −10.5 °C | 52 | 60 | 22 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.8 °C | 12.7 °C | −10.0 °C | 48 | 95 | 20 | 0 |
| Mar | 4.7 °C | 17.5 °C | −6.0 °C | 59 | 158 | 13 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.2 °C | 21.6 °C | −2.9 °C | 73 | 187 | 4 | 0 |
| May | 12.4 °C | 25.8 °C | 1.1 °C | 104 | 208 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 16.1 °C | 29.2 °C | 5.0 °C | 101 | 235 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 18.1 °C | 30.9 °C | 7.3 °C | 106 | 254 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 17.7 °C | 30.2 °C | 6.6 °C | 104 | 236 | 0 | 15 |
| Sep | 13.4 °C | 25.3 °C | 2.9 °C | 84 | 179 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 9.0 °C | 20.5 °C | −1.5 °C | 92 | 113 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.9 °C | 14.9 °C | −5.6 °C | 72 | 61 | 10 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.8 °C | 11.4 °C | −9.1 °C | 68 | 46 | 19 | 0 |
| Year | 8.8 °C | 30.9 °C | −10.5 °C | 964 | 1832 | 90 | 49 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Payerne (9 km, 490 m), Fribourg / Grangeneuve (9 km, 651 m), Plaffeien (21 km, 1042 m), adjusted to the elevation of Chénens (717 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Chénens:
- Weather La Brillaz
- Weather Villorsonnens
- Weather Autigny
- Weather Cottens (FR)
- Weather Torny
- Weather Châtonnaye
- Weather Prez
- Weather Gibloux
- Weather Villarzel
- Weather Massonnens
- Weather Neyruz (FR)
- Weather Villaz
→ Nearby cities · Canton Fribourg
Frequently asked questions about weather in Chénens
What is the weather in Chénens today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Chénens, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Chénens?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Chénens.
Will it rain tomorrow in Chénens?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Chénens.
What is the air quality in Chénens?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Chénens.
Are there weather alerts for Chénens?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Chénens located?
Chénens sits at around 717 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 Chénens?
The warmest month in Chénens is July, averaging 18.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Chénens per year?
Chénens receives about 964 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (106 mm), the driest February (48 mm).
When is the best time to visit Chénens?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.1 °C on average, 254 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.