About La Praz
La Praz is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Vaud (VD), at 46.669° latitude and 6.425° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as La Praz, La Praz benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of La Praz
The climate in La Praz 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 La Praz and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for La Praz: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of La Praz: 1991–2020 normals
In La Praz (951 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.5 °C. The warmest month is July (16.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.7 °C). About 1018 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (103 mm) with a minimum in February (59 mm). The sun shines for about 1705 hours a year, mostly in July (218 h). On average there are 117 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.5 °C and the absolute minimum −10.8 °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 | −0.7 °C | 8.9 °C | −10.8 °C | 72 | 85 | 25 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.2 °C | 10.9 °C | −10.6 °C | 59 | 100 | 22 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.2 °C | 15.7 °C | −7.7 °C | 60 | 144 | 18 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.9 °C | 19.9 °C | −4.5 °C | 71 | 157 | 10 | 0 |
| May | 11.0 °C | 24.3 °C | −0.2 °C | 97 | 175 | 2 | 0 |
| Jun | 14.8 °C | 27.8 °C | 3.4 °C | 102 | 196 | 0 | 1 |
| Jul | 16.7 °C | 29.5 °C | 5.4 °C | 93 | 218 | 0 | 2 |
| Aug | 16.1 °C | 28.3 °C | 4.7 °C | 103 | 201 | 0 | 2 |
| Sep | 11.9 °C | 23.0 °C | 1.2 °C | 87 | 152 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 7.8 °C | 18.7 °C | −2.4 °C | 99 | 118 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.0 °C | 13.4 °C | −6.8 °C | 82 | 82 | 14 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.0 °C | 9.5 °C | −9.9 °C | 92 | 77 | 22 | 0 |
| Year | 7.5 °C | 29.5 °C | −10.8 °C | 1018 | 1705 | 117 | 5 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Mathod (13 km, 435 m), Bullet / La Frétaz (22 km, 1205 m), Pully (25 km, 456 m), adjusted to the elevation of La Praz (951 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in La Praz
What is the weather in La Praz today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in La Praz, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for La Praz?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in La Praz.
Will it rain tomorrow in La Praz?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in La Praz.
What is the air quality in La Praz?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near La Praz.
Are there weather alerts for La Praz?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is La Praz located?
La Praz sits at around 951 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 La Praz?
The warmest month in La Praz is July, averaging 16.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.7 °C.
How much does it rain in La Praz per year?
La Praz receives about 1018 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (103 mm), the driest February (59 mm).
When is the best time to visit La Praz?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.7 °C on average, 218 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.