Morgins ski resort
Morgins is a ski resort in the canton of Valais, in the municipality of Troistorrents. The village sits at 1350 m and the ski area (Portes du Soleil) tops out at 2000 m (Foilleuse), a vertical drop of 650 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 2000 m.
Snow and season in Morgins
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 (1350 m) and the slopes (2000 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 Morgins: 1991–2020 normals
In Morgins (1350 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.7 °C. The warmest month is July (14.6 °C on average) and the coldest January (−3.0 °C). About 1223 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (147 mm) with a minimum in February (72 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 25.7 °C and the absolute minimum −13.1 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −3.0 °C | 7.7 °C | −13.1 °C | 84 |
| Feb | −2.0 °C | 9.2 °C | −11.5 °C | 72 |
| Mar | 1.7 °C | 13.6 °C | −8.2 °C | 78 |
| Apr | 5.3 °C | 17.5 °C | −5.6 °C | 81 |
| May | 9.2 °C | 21.6 °C | −1.3 °C | 117 |
| Jun | 12.8 °C | 24.7 °C | 2.0 °C | 120 |
| Jul | 14.6 °C | 25.7 °C | 4.4 °C | 147 |
| Aug | 14.1 °C | 25.3 °C | 3.8 °C | 137 |
| Sep | 10.2 °C | 20.7 °C | 0.5 °C | 100 |
| Oct | 6.2 °C | 17.1 °C | −3.9 °C | 96 |
| Nov | 1.0 °C | 13.0 °C | −8.5 °C | 93 |
| Dec | −2.2 °C | 8.6 °C | −11.8 °C | 99 |
| Year | 5.7 °C | 25.7 °C | −13.1 °C | 1223 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Aigle (10 km, 381 m), Evionnaz (14 km, 482 m), Les Diablerets (27 km, 2964 m), adjusted to the elevation of Morgins (1350 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Champoussin (4 km · 1580–2000 m)
- Weather Les Crosets (7 km · 1670–2277 m)
- Weather Torgon (8 km · 1100–2000 m)
- Weather Champéry (9 km · 1050–2277 m)
- Weather Leysin (16 km · 1260–2205 m)
- Weather Les Marécottes (17 km · 1100–2200 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Collombey-Muraz
- Weather Monthey
- Weather Val-d'Illiez
- Weather Vionnaz
- Weather Massongex
- Weather Vérossaz
- Weather Champéry
- Weather Ollon
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Morgins
How high is Morgins?
The village of Morgins is at 1350 m and the ski area rises to 2000 m (Foilleuse), a vertical drop of 650 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Morgins?
Expect about 4 °C less at the summit (2000 m) than in the village (1350 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2000 m.
When does it snow in Morgins?
In the village (1350 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from November to March (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 Morgins?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Foilleuse (2000 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 Morgins?
The warmest month in Morgins is July, averaging 14.6 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −3.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Morgins per year?
Morgins receives about 1223 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (147 mm), the driest February (72 mm).
When is the best time to visit Morgins?
For warmth and sunshine: July (14.6 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−3.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.