Gryon ski resort
Gryon is a ski resort in the canton of Vaud, in the municipality of Gryon. The village sits at 1130 m and the ski area (Villars-Gryon-Diablerets) tops out at 2120 m (Les Chaux), a vertical drop of 990 m. The forecast at the top of the page is computed for the village altitude; the “Summit weather” section gives temperature, snow, wind and freezing level at 2120 m.
Snow and season in Gryon
Above 1000 m expect reliable winter snow and cool nights even in summer; ideal for skiing and hiking.
To judge conditions, compare the snow line (≈ 300 m below the freezing level) with the village (1130 m) and the slopes (2120 m); above 50–60 km/h of summit wind, exposed lifts may close; a warm front lifts the freezing level within hours, a cold front brings snow down to the valley.
Climate of Gryon: 1991–2020 normals
In Gryon (1130 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.5 °C. The warmest month is July (15.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.1 °C). About 1169 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (140 mm) with a minimum in February (68 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.5 °C and the absolute minimum −10.4 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.1 °C | 11.6 °C | −10.4 °C | 80 |
| Feb | 0.7 °C | 12.9 °C | −9.4 °C | 68 |
| Mar | 3.3 °C | 15.9 °C | −7.3 °C | 74 |
| Apr | 6.1 °C | 16.9 °C | −4.3 °C | 77 |
| May | 9.7 °C | 21.6 °C | −0.1 °C | 112 |
| Jun | 13.5 °C | 25.6 °C | 3.5 °C | 114 |
| Jul | 15.5 °C | 25.9 °C | 6.1 °C | 140 |
| Aug | 15.3 °C | 26.5 °C | 5.5 °C | 131 |
| Sep | 11.9 °C | 22.5 °C | 2.5 °C | 95 |
| Oct | 8.6 °C | 19.4 °C | −1.8 °C | 92 |
| Nov | 3.8 °C | 16.2 °C | −6.4 °C | 89 |
| Dec | 0.9 °C | 12.6 °C | −9.3 °C | 95 |
| Year | 7.5 °C | 26.5 °C | −10.4 °C | 1169 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Les Diablerets (9 km, 2964 m), Evionnaz (13 km, 482 m), Aigle (14 km, 381 m), adjusted to the elevation of Gryon (1130 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Villars-sur-Ollon (3 km · 1300–2120 m)
- Weather Les Diablerets (9 km · 1150–2971 m)
- Weather Ovronnaz (10 km · 1350–2500 m)
- Weather Leysin (10 km · 1260–2205 m)
- Weather Les Mosses (12 km · 1445–1900 m)
- Weather Morgins (18 km · 1350–2000 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Bex
- Weather Ormont-Dessus
- Weather Lavey-Morcles
- Weather Ollon
- Weather Leytron
- Weather Leysin
- Weather Aigle
- Weather Massongex
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gryon
How high is Gryon?
The village of Gryon is at 1130 m and the ski area rises to 2120 m (Les Chaux), a vertical drop of 990 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Gryon?
Expect about 6 °C less at the summit (2120 m) than in the village (1130 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2120 m.
When does it snow in Gryon?
In the village (1130 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from December to February (1991–2020 normals), when precipitation mostly falls as snow. Higher up, snow can fall in any season.
Where can I see the weather on the slopes of Gryon?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Les Chaux (2120 m), min/max temperature, 7-day snowfall, wind and gusts, plus the freezing level and the estimated snow line.
What is the warmest month in Gryon?
The warmest month in Gryon is July, averaging 15.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Gryon per year?
Gryon receives about 1169 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (140 mm), the driest February (68 mm).
When is the best time to visit Gryon?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.5 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.