About Lausanne
Lausanne is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Vaud (VD), at 46.574° latitude and 6.689° longitude. The municipality is part of the Lake Geneva region, temperate climate with lake influence, mild winters and warm summers. Also known as Lausanne, Lausanne benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Lausanne
The climate in Lausanne is characteristic of the Lake Geneva region, temperate climate with lake influence, mild winters and warm summers. 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 Lausanne and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Lausanne: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Lausanne: 1991–2020 normals
In Lausanne (483 m), the mean annual temperature is 11.1 °C. The warmest month is July (20.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (2.7 °C). About 1071 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (106 mm) with a minimum in February (60 mm). The sun shines for about 1961 hours a year, mostly in July (259 h). On average there are 40 frost days and 8 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.1 °C and the absolute minimum −5.5 °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 | 2.7 °C | 11.2 °C | −5.5 °C | 71 | 76 | 12 | 0 |
| Feb | 3.3 °C | 12.7 °C | −5.2 °C | 60 | 108 | 10 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.8 °C | 17.6 °C | −2.4 °C | 67 | 169 | 5 | 0 |
| Apr | 10.3 °C | 22.0 °C | 0.6 °C | 78 | 193 | 1 | 0 |
| May | 14.4 °C | 26.5 °C | 5.1 °C | 106 | 212 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 18.2 °C | 29.9 °C | 8.6 °C | 103 | 241 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 20.2 °C | 31.1 °C | 11.2 °C | 99 | 259 | 0 | 18 |
| Aug | 19.9 °C | 30.6 °C | 10.7 °C | 106 | 242 | 0 | 15 |
| Sep | 15.8 °C | 25.4 °C | 7.1 °C | 93 | 191 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 11.6 °C | 20.9 °C | 3.2 °C | 104 | 133 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov | 6.6 °C | 16.0 °C | −1.0 °C | 92 | 80 | 3 | 0 |
| Dec | 3.5 °C | 11.8 °C | −4.3 °C | 92 | 57 | 9 | 0 |
| Year | 11.1 °C | 31.1 °C | −5.5 °C | 1071 | 1961 | 40 | 51 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Pully (7 km, 456 m), Mathod (20 km, 435 m), Le Moléson (25 km, 1974 m), adjusted to the elevation of Lausanne (483 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Lausanne:
- Weather Froideville
- Weather Epalinges
- Weather Cugy (VD)
- Weather Montpreveyres
- Weather Le Mont-sur-Lausanne
- Weather Corcelles-le-Jorat
- Weather Bretigny-sur-Morrens
- Weather Savigny
- Weather Bottens
- Weather Belmont-sur-Lausanne
- Weather Morrens (VD)
- Weather Lutry
Frequently asked questions about weather in Lausanne
What is the weather in Lausanne today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Lausanne, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Lausanne?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Lausanne.
Will it rain tomorrow in Lausanne?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Lausanne.
What is the air quality in Lausanne?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Lausanne.
Are there weather alerts for Lausanne?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Lausanne located?
Lausanne sits at around 483 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 Lausanne?
The warmest month in Lausanne is July, averaging 20.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 2.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Lausanne per year?
Lausanne receives about 1071 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (106 mm), the driest February (60 mm).
When is the best time to visit Lausanne?
For warmth and sunshine: July (20.2 °C on average, 259 h of sun). The coldest month is January (2.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.