About Sâles
Sâles is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Fribourg (FR), at 46.630° latitude and 6.964° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Sâles, Sâles benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Sâles
The climate in Sâles 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 Sâles and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Sâles: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Sâles: 1991–2020 normals
In Sâles (828 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.0 °C. The warmest month is July (17.0 °C on average) and the coldest February (1.8 °C). About 795 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (95 mm) with a minimum in January (41 mm). On average there are 94 frost days and 8 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.5 °C and the absolute minimum −8.9 °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 | 1.9 °C | 12.0 °C | −8.6 °C | 41 | 22 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.8 °C | 12.8 °C | −8.9 °C | 41 | 20 | 0 |
| Mar | 4.5 °C | 15.5 °C | −6.1 °C | 46 | 14 | 0 |
| Apr | 7.3 °C | 19.0 °C | −3.1 °C | 55 | 5 | 0 |
| May | 11.3 °C | 23.5 °C | 1.3 °C | 84 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 15.0 °C | 27.0 °C | 5.0 °C | 85 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 17.0 °C | 28.5 °C | 7.4 °C | 95 | 0 | 15 |
| Aug | 17.0 °C | 28.1 °C | 6.9 °C | 94 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 13.3 °C | 23.8 °C | 3.6 °C | 71 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.1 °C | 21.0 °C | −0.4 °C | 68 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.4 °C | 16.4 °C | −4.6 °C | 57 | 11 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.8 °C | 13.1 °C | −7.5 °C | 58 | 20 | 0 |
| Year | 9.0 °C | 28.5 °C | −8.9 °C | 795 | 94 | 46 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Le Moléson (10 km, 1974 m), Fribourg / Grangeneuve (19 km, 651 m), Payerne (20 km, 490 m), adjusted to the elevation of Sâles (828 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Sâles
What is the weather in Sâles today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Sâles, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Sâles?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Sâles.
Will it rain tomorrow in Sâles?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Sâles.
What is the air quality in Sâles?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Sâles.
Are there weather alerts for Sâles?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Sâles located?
Sâles sits at around 828 m above sea level in the canton of Fribourg. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Sâles?
The warmest month in Sâles is July, averaging 17.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at 1.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Sâles per year?
Sâles receives about 795 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (95 mm), the driest January (41 mm).
When is the best time to visit Sâles?
For warmth and sunshine: July (17.0 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is February (1.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.