About Le Chenit
Le Chenit is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Vaud (VD), at 46.593° latitude and 6.262° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss mountain region, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers at altitude. Also known as Le Chenit, Le Chenit benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Le Chenit
The climate in Le Chenit is characteristic of the Swiss mountain region, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers at altitude. 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 Le Chenit and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Le Chenit: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Le Chenit: 1991–2020 normals
In Le Chenit (1339 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.8 °C. The warmest month is July (14.6 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.1 °C). About 1328 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (138 mm) with a minimum in April (89 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.7 °C and the absolute minimum −11.6 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.1 °C | 7.4 °C | −11.6 °C | 112 |
| Feb | −1.8 °C | 8.9 °C | −11.4 °C | 89 |
| Mar | 1.4 °C | 13.0 °C | −8.7 °C | 92 |
| Apr | 4.8 °C | 17.1 °C | −6.0 °C | 89 |
| May | 8.9 °C | 21.5 °C | −1.6 °C | 114 |
| Jun | 12.6 °C | 25.1 °C | 2.1 °C | 113 |
| Jul | 14.6 °C | 26.7 °C | 4.3 °C | 112 |
| Aug | 14.3 °C | 26.0 °C | 3.8 °C | 111 |
| Sep | 10.3 °C | 21.2 °C | 0.3 °C | 110 |
| Oct | 6.4 °C | 17.1 °C | −3.5 °C | 128 |
| Nov | 1.5 °C | 11.9 °C | −7.7 °C | 121 |
| Dec | −1.4 °C | 8.3 °C | −10.8 °C | 138 |
| Year | 5.8 °C | 26.7 °C | −11.6 °C | 1328 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Nyon / Changins (21 km, 458 m), La Dôle (22 km, 1670 m), Mathod (28 km, 435 m), adjusted to the elevation of Le Chenit (1339 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Le Chenit:
- Weather Berolle
- Weather Bière
- Weather Montricher
- Weather Mollens (VD)
- Weather Saint-George
- Weather Gimel
- Weather Saubraz
- Weather Longirod
- Weather Ballens
- Weather Le Lieu
- Weather L'Abbaye
- Weather Saint-Livres
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Vallée de Joux
Frequently asked questions about weather in Le Chenit
What is the weather in Le Chenit today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Le Chenit, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Le Chenit?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Le Chenit.
Will it rain tomorrow in Le Chenit?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Le Chenit.
What is the air quality in Le Chenit?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Le Chenit.
Are there weather alerts for Le Chenit?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Le Chenit located?
Le Chenit sits at around 1339 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 Le Chenit?
The warmest month in Le Chenit is July, averaging 14.6 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Le Chenit per year?
Le Chenit receives about 1328 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (138 mm), the driest April (89 mm).
When is the best time to visit Le Chenit?
For warmth and sunshine: July (14.6 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.