About Forel (Lavaux)
Forel (Lavaux) is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Vaud (VD), at 46.543° latitude and 6.764° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Forel (Lavaux), Forel (Lavaux) benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Forel (Lavaux)
The climate in Forel (Lavaux) 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 Forel (Lavaux) and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Forel (Lavaux): current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Forel (Lavaux): 1991–2020 normals
In Forel (Lavaux) (724 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.8 °C. The warmest month is July (18.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.6 °C). About 1106 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (110 mm) with a minimum in February (62 mm). The sun shines for about 1960 hours a year, mostly in July (259 h). On average there are 39 frost days and 8 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.6 °C and the absolute minimum −6.7 °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 | 1.6 °C | 10.2 °C | −6.7 °C | 72 | 76 | 12 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.1 °C | 11.6 °C | −6.5 °C | 62 | 108 | 10 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.5 °C | 16.2 °C | −3.7 °C | 69 | 169 | 4 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.9 °C | 20.5 °C | −0.8 °C | 80 | 193 | 1 | 0 |
| May | 13.0 °C | 25.0 °C | 3.7 °C | 110 | 212 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 16.7 °C | 28.4 °C | 7.2 °C | 106 | 241 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 18.8 °C | 29.6 °C | 9.9 °C | 104 | 259 | 0 | 18 |
| Aug | 18.5 °C | 29.1 °C | 9.4 °C | 110 | 242 | 0 | 15 |
| Sep | 14.5 °C | 24.1 °C | 5.8 °C | 97 | 190 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.4 °C | 19.7 °C | 1.9 °C | 107 | 133 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.5 °C | 15.0 °C | −2.3 °C | 94 | 80 | 3 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.4 °C | 10.8 °C | −5.6 °C | 95 | 57 | 9 | 0 |
| Year | 9.8 °C | 29.6 °C | −6.7 °C | 1106 | 1960 | 39 | 51 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Pully (8 km, 456 m), Le Moléson (19 km, 1974 m), Mathod (26 km, 435 m), adjusted to the elevation of Forel (Lavaux) (724 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Forel (Lavaux)
What is the weather in Forel (Lavaux) today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Forel (Lavaux), updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Forel (Lavaux)?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Forel (Lavaux).
Will it rain tomorrow in Forel (Lavaux)?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Forel (Lavaux).
What is the air quality in Forel (Lavaux)?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Forel (Lavaux).
Are there weather alerts for Forel (Lavaux)?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Forel (Lavaux) located?
Forel (Lavaux) sits at around 724 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 Forel (Lavaux)?
The warmest month in Forel (Lavaux) is July, averaging 18.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Forel (Lavaux) per year?
Forel (Lavaux) receives about 1106 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (110 mm), the driest February (62 mm).
When is the best time to visit Forel (Lavaux)?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.8 °C on average, 259 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.