Col des Mosses
The Col des Mosses is a mountain pass at 1445 m (Vaud). Access: road; usually open toute l'année. The weather above is computed at the exact pass altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section gives 7-day snowfall, gusts and the snow line — check it before crossing by car, motorbike or bike.
Climate of Col des Mosses: 1991–2020 normals
In Col des Mosses (1445 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.4 °C. The warmest month is July (13.6 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.4 °C). About 1381 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (157 mm) with a minimum in February (82 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 25.6 °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 | −2.4 °C | 9.5 °C | −14.1 °C | 99 |
| Feb | −1.8 °C | 11.0 °C | −13.3 °C | 82 |
| Mar | 1.2 °C | 14.5 °C | −10.3 °C | 90 |
| Apr | 4.2 °C | 16.2 °C | −6.7 °C | 90 |
| May | 8.0 °C | 20.7 °C | −2.2 °C | 136 |
| Jun | 11.7 °C | 24.7 °C | 1.2 °C | 135 |
| Jul | 13.6 °C | 25.2 °C | 3.8 °C | 157 |
| Aug | 13.5 °C | 25.6 °C | 3.1 °C | 155 |
| Sep | 10.0 °C | 21.4 °C | 0.1 °C | 109 |
| Oct | 6.4 °C | 18.1 °C | −4.3 °C | 104 |
| Nov | 1.5 °C | 14.3 °C | −9.5 °C | 104 |
| Dec | −1.6 °C | 10.2 °C | −12.9 °C | 120 |
| Year | 5.4 °C | 25.6 °C | −14.1 °C | 1381 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Château-d'Oex (10 km, 1028 m), Les Diablerets (11 km, 2964 m), Aigle (15 km, 381 m), adjusted to the elevation of Col des Mosses (1445 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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- Weather Le Moléson (18 km · 2002 m)
- Weather Jaun Pass (28 km · 1509 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Ormont-Dessous (4 km)
- Weather Ormont-Dessus (4 km)
- Weather Leysin (9 km)
- Weather Rossinière (9 km)
- Weather Corbeyrier (9 km)
- Weather Gsteig (10 km)
- Weather Villeneuve (VD) (10 km)
- Weather Château-d'Oex (11 km)
Passes & summits Weather Ormont-Dessous
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Col des Mosses
Is the Col des Mosses open?
The Col des Mosses is usually accessible toute l'année. The official status depends on snow and roadworks (check TCS or the canton); the snow forecast above helps anticipate closures.
How cold is it at the Col des Mosses?
Expect about 6 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 1445 m is about 5.4 °C; the coldest month is January (−2.4 °C).
Can it snow at the Col des Mosses in summer?
Yes: above 2000 m, snow can fall in any season during cold spells. Watch the freezing level and the forecast snowfall in the dedicated section.
What is the warmest month in Col des Mosses?
The warmest month in Col des Mosses is July, averaging 13.6 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.4 °C.
How much does it rain in Col des Mosses per year?
Col des Mosses receives about 1381 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (157 mm), the driest February (82 mm).
When is the best time to visit Col des Mosses?
For warmth and sunshine: July (13.6 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.4 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.