Ovronnaz ski resort
Ovronnaz is a ski resort in the canton of Valais, in the municipality of Leytron. The village sits at 1350 m and the ski area tops out at 2500 m (Tsantonnaire), a vertical drop of 1150 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 2500 m.
Snow and season in Ovronnaz
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 (2500 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 Ovronnaz: 1991–2020 normals
In Ovronnaz (1350 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.3 °C. The warmest month is July (15.1 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.3 °C). About 709 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (82 mm) with a minimum in April (41 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.6 °C and the absolute minimum −11.5 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.3 °C | 8.6 °C | −11.5 °C | 63 |
| Feb | −1.2 °C | 10.8 °C | −10.4 °C | 49 |
| Mar | 2.4 °C | 15.0 °C | −7.8 °C | 45 |
| Apr | 5.8 °C | 17.7 °C | −4.9 °C | 41 |
| May | 9.6 °C | 22.2 °C | −0.8 °C | 63 |
| Jun | 13.3 °C | 25.8 °C | 2.8 °C | 59 |
| Jul | 15.1 °C | 26.6 °C | 5.3 °C | 75 |
| Aug | 14.6 °C | 26.5 °C | 4.5 °C | 73 |
| Sep | 10.9 °C | 21.8 °C | 1.5 °C | 46 |
| Oct | 7.1 °C | 18.5 °C | −2.7 °C | 52 |
| Nov | 1.8 °C | 14.3 °C | −7.6 °C | 61 |
| Dec | −1.6 °C | 9.5 °C | −10.7 °C | 82 |
| Year | 6.3 °C | 26.6 °C | −11.5 °C | 709 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Evionnaz (9 km, 482 m), Les Diablerets (14 km, 2964 m), Sion (15 km, 482 m), adjusted to the elevation of Ovronnaz (1350 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Gryon (10 km · 1130–2120 m)
- Weather Villars-sur-Ollon (12 km · 1300–2120 m)
- Weather La Tzoumaz (12 km · 1500–2200 m)
- Weather Nendaz (13 km · 1365–3330 m)
- Weather Verbier (14 km · 1500–3330 m)
- Weather Les Diablerets (15 km · 1150–2971 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Saillon
- Weather Fully
- Weather Collonges
- Weather Riddes
- Weather Lavey-Morcles
- Weather Chamoson
- Weather Saxon
- Weather Dorénaz
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Ovronnaz
How high is Ovronnaz?
The village of Ovronnaz is at 1350 m and the ski area rises to 2500 m (Tsantonnaire), a vertical drop of 1150 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Ovronnaz?
Expect about 7 °C less at the summit (2500 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 2500 m.
When does it snow in Ovronnaz?
In the village (1350 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from November 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 Ovronnaz?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Tsantonnaire (2500 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 Ovronnaz?
The warmest month in Ovronnaz is July, averaging 15.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Ovronnaz per year?
Ovronnaz receives about 709 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (82 mm), the driest April (41 mm).
When is the best time to visit Ovronnaz?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.1 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.