About Saanen
Saanen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.564° latitude and 7.275° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Saanen, Saanen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Saanen
The climate in Saanen is characteristic of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. 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 Saanen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Saanen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Saanen: 1991–2020 normals
In Saanen (1439 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.3 °C. The warmest month is July (13.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.6 °C). About 1258 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (148 mm) with a minimum in February (68 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.1 °C and the absolute minimum −14.1 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.6 °C | 8.5 °C | −14.1 °C | 78 |
| Feb | −2.3 °C | 9.6 °C | −13.8 °C | 68 |
| Mar | 1.0 °C | 13.5 °C | −10.3 °C | 78 |
| Apr | 4.3 °C | 17.1 °C | −6.6 °C | 84 |
| May | 8.3 °C | 21.2 °C | −1.9 °C | 133 |
| Jun | 11.9 °C | 24.8 °C | 1.4 °C | 131 |
| Jul | 13.9 °C | 26.1 °C | 4.1 °C | 146 |
| Aug | 13.7 °C | 25.7 °C | 3.4 °C | 148 |
| Sep | 9.9 °C | 21.0 °C | 0.2 °C | 105 |
| Oct | 6.2 °C | 18.0 °C | −4.0 °C | 98 |
| Nov | 1.2 °C | 13.4 °C | −9.4 °C | 89 |
| Dec | −1.7 °C | 9.1 °C | −13.0 °C | 100 |
| Year | 5.3 °C | 26.1 °C | −14.1 °C | 1258 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Château-d'Oex (14 km, 1028 m), Le Moléson (20 km, 1974 m), Plaffeien (20 km, 1042 m), adjusted to the elevation of Saanen (1439 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Saanen:
- Weather Boltigen
- Weather Jaun
- Weather Val-de-Charmey
- Weather Zweisimmen
- Weather Rougemont
- Weather Crésuz
- Weather St. Stephan
- Weather Broc
- Weather Château-d'Oex
- Weather Plasselb
- Weather Châtel-sur-Montsalvens
- Weather Grandvillard
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Gstaad, Schönried-Saanenmöser
Frequently asked questions about weather in Saanen
What is the weather in Saanen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Saanen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Saanen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Saanen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Saanen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Saanen.
What is the air quality in Saanen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Saanen.
Are there weather alerts for Saanen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Saanen located?
Saanen sits at around 1439 m above sea level in the canton of Bern. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Saanen?
The warmest month in Saanen is July, averaging 13.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Saanen per year?
Saanen receives about 1258 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (148 mm), the driest February (68 mm).
When is the best time to visit Saanen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (13.9 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.