About Leysin
Leysin is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Vaud (VD), at 46.351° latitude and 7.009° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss mountain region, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers at altitude. Also known as Leysin, Leysin benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Leysin
The climate in Leysin 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 Leysin and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Leysin: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Leysin: 1991–2020 normals
In Leysin (1257 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.0 °C. The warmest month is July (14.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.5 °C). About 1225 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (145 mm) with a minimum in February (72 mm). On average there are 127 frost days and 3 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 25.9 °C and the absolute minimum −13.6 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.5 °C | 8.6 °C | −13.6 °C | 85 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | −1.6 °C | 9.9 °C | −12.0 °C | 72 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 1.9 °C | 14.1 °C | −8.5 °C | 78 | 20 | 0 |
| Apr | 5.4 °C | 17.6 °C | −5.7 °C | 81 | 9 | 0 |
| May | 9.3 °C | 21.7 °C | −1.2 °C | 118 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 12.9 °C | 25.0 °C | 2.1 °C | 120 | 0 | 8 |
| Jul | 14.7 °C | 25.9 °C | 4.4 °C | 145 | 0 | 11 |
| Aug | 14.4 °C | 25.6 °C | 3.9 °C | 137 | 0 | 10 |
| Sep | 10.5 °C | 21.2 °C | 0.5 °C | 99 | 0 | 1 |
| Oct | 6.5 °C | 17.5 °C | −4.0 °C | 95 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 1.5 °C | 13.5 °C | −8.7 °C | 93 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | −1.6 °C | 9.5 °C | −12.1 °C | 101 | 25 | 0 |
| Year | 6.0 °C | 25.9 °C | −13.6 °C | 1225 | 127 | 31 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Aigle (7 km, 381 m), Les Diablerets (15 km, 2964 m), Château-d'Oex (17 km, 1028 m), adjusted to the elevation of Leysin (1257 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Leysin:
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- Weather Ormont-Dessous
- Weather Rennaz
- Weather Ormont-Dessus
- Weather Vouvry
- Weather Chessel
- Weather Veytaux
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Leysin
What is the weather in Leysin today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Leysin, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Leysin?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Leysin.
Will it rain tomorrow in Leysin?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Leysin.
What is the air quality in Leysin?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Leysin.
Are there weather alerts for Leysin?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Leysin located?
Leysin sits at around 1257 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 Leysin?
The warmest month in Leysin is July, averaging 14.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Leysin per year?
Leysin receives about 1225 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (145 mm), the driest February (72 mm).
When is the best time to visit Leysin?
For warmth and sunshine: July (14.7 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.