Rougemont ski resort
Rougemont is a ski resort in the canton of Vaud, in the municipality of Rougemont. The village sits at 1000 m and the ski area (Gstaad Mountain Rides) tops out at 2156 m (Videmanette), a vertical drop of 1156 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 2156 m.
Snow and season in Rougemont
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 (1000 m) and the slopes (2156 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 Rougemont: 1991–2020 normals
In Rougemont (1000 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.6 °C. The warmest month is July (16.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.8 °C). About 1232 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (140 mm) with a minimum in February (72 mm). On average there are 127 frost days and 3 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.2 °C and the absolute minimum −12.8 °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 | −0.8 °C | 10.9 °C | −12.8 °C | 88 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.1 °C | 12.7 °C | −12.3 °C | 72 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.4 °C | 17.0 °C | −8.5 °C | 80 | 20 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.8 °C | 20.2 °C | −4.4 °C | 79 | 9 | 0 |
| May | 10.8 °C | 24.4 °C | 0.3 °C | 122 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 14.4 °C | 28.1 °C | 3.5 °C | 122 | 0 | 8 |
| Jul | 16.3 °C | 29.2 °C | 6.1 °C | 139 | 0 | 11 |
| Aug | 16.1 °C | 29.1 °C | 5.3 °C | 140 | 0 | 10 |
| Sep | 12.3 °C | 24.4 °C | 2.3 °C | 97 | 0 | 1 |
| Oct | 8.5 °C | 21.1 °C | −2.0 °C | 92 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.3 °C | 16.4 °C | −7.9 °C | 92 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.1 °C | 11.5 °C | −11.7 °C | 108 | 25 | 0 |
| Year | 7.6 °C | 29.2 °C | −12.8 °C | 1232 | 127 | 31 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Château-d'Oex (6 km, 1028 m), Le Moléson (16 km, 1974 m), Les Diablerets (18 km, 2964 m), adjusted to the elevation of Rougemont (1000 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Château-d'Œx (5 km · 960–1650 m)
- Weather Schönried-Saanenmöser (5 km · 1230–2000 m)
- Weather Gstaad (6 km · 1050–2971 m)
- Weather Les Mosses (13 km · 1445–1900 m)
- Weather Jaun (14 km · 1015–1700 m)
- Weather Charmey (15 km · 900–1630 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Château-d'Oex
- Weather Grandvillard
- Weather Jaun
- Weather Saanen
- Weather Boltigen
- Weather Gsteig
- Weather Rossinière
- Weather St. Stephan
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rougemont
How high is Rougemont?
The village of Rougemont is at 1000 m and the ski area rises to 2156 m (Videmanette), a vertical drop of 1156 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Rougemont?
Expect about 7 °C less at the summit (2156 m) than in the village (1000 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2156 m.
When does it snow in Rougemont?
In the village (1000 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 Rougemont?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Videmanette (2156 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 Rougemont?
The warmest month in Rougemont is July, averaging 16.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Rougemont per year?
Rougemont receives about 1232 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (140 mm), the driest February (72 mm).
When is the best time to visit Rougemont?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.3 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.