About Epalinges
Epalinges is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Vaud (VD), at 46.553° latitude and 6.667° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Epalinges, Epalinges benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Epalinges
The climate in Epalinges 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 Epalinges and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Epalinges: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Epalinges: 1991–2020 normals
In Epalinges (801 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.4 °C. The warmest month is July (18.6 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.0 °C). About 1201 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (119 mm) with a minimum in February (67 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.3 °C and the absolute minimum −6.9 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.0 °C | 9.3 °C | −6.9 °C | 80 |
| Feb | 1.5 °C | 10.8 °C | −6.6 °C | 67 |
| Mar | 5.1 °C | 15.8 °C | −3.7 °C | 76 |
| Apr | 8.7 °C | 20.2 °C | −0.9 °C | 88 |
| May | 12.7 °C | 24.7 °C | 3.6 °C | 119 |
| Jun | 16.5 °C | 28.1 °C | 7.2 °C | 114 |
| Jul | 18.6 °C | 29.3 °C | 9.9 °C | 110 |
| Aug | 18.3 °C | 28.8 °C | 9.4 °C | 117 |
| Sep | 14.2 °C | 23.6 °C | 5.8 °C | 104 |
| Oct | 9.9 °C | 19.0 °C | 1.8 °C | 117 |
| Nov | 4.9 °C | 14.2 °C | −2.4 °C | 104 |
| Dec | 1.8 °C | 9.9 °C | −5.8 °C | 104 |
| Year | 9.4 °C | 29.3 °C | −6.9 °C | 1201 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Pully (4 km, 456 m), Mathod (22 km, 435 m), Le Moléson (27 km, 1974 m), adjusted to the elevation of Epalinges (801 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Epalinges:
- Weather Le Mont-sur-Lausanne
- Weather Lausanne
- Weather Belmont-sur-Lausanne
- Weather Cugy (VD)
- Weather Lutry
- Weather Pully
- Weather Romanel-sur-Lausanne
- Weather Savigny
- Weather Paudex
- Weather Prilly
- Weather Froideville
- Weather Morrens (VD)
Frequently asked questions about weather in Epalinges
What is the weather in Epalinges today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Epalinges, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Epalinges?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Epalinges.
Will it rain tomorrow in Epalinges?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Epalinges.
What is the air quality in Epalinges?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Epalinges.
Are there weather alerts for Epalinges?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Epalinges located?
Epalinges sits at around 801 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 Epalinges?
The warmest month in Epalinges is July, averaging 18.6 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Epalinges per year?
Epalinges receives about 1201 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (119 mm), the driest February (67 mm).
When is the best time to visit Epalinges?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.6 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.