City in Vaud, Switzerland
Lausanne weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lausanne
Jun–Sep for lake swimming at Vidy and the Lavaux terraces; Dec has Christmas markets. Winters are grey and damp; spring can be rainy.
Lausanne weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan5°92 mm
- Feb6°71 mm
- Mar10°90 mm
- Apr15°81 mm
- May19°126 mm
- Jun24°114 mm
- Jul26°115 mm
- Aug25°120 mm
- Sep21°81 mm
- Oct17°94 mm
- Nov10°90 mm
- Dec6°101 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C41°F | -2°C29°F | 92 mm | 85% | Cold |
| February | 6°C43°F | -2°C29°F | 71 mm | 84% | Cold |
| March | 10°C51°F | 2°C36°F | 90 mm | 81% | Cold |
| April | 15°C60°F | 6°C43°F | 81 mm | 77% | Cool |
| May | 19°C67°F | 10°C50°F | 126 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C74°F | 14°C58°F | 114 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C78°F | 16°C61°F | 115 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| August | 25°C78°F | 16°C60°F | 120 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| September | 21°C70°F | 12°C53°F | 81 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| October | 17°C63°F | 8°C46°F | 94 mm | 79% | Cool |
| November | 10°C51°F | 3°C38°F | 90 mm | 84% | Cold |
| December | 6°C43°F | -1°C31°F | 101 mm | 84% | Cold |
Best months across Switzerland
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Geneva | May–Sep | Jul (27°C) |
| Lucerne | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Interlaken | Jun–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Zermatt | Jan–Mar, Jul–Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Bern | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Basel | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Lausanne | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Lugano | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Grindelwald | Jan–Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| St. Moritz | Jan–Mar, Jul–Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Montreux | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Lausanne?
May–Sep. Jun–Sep for lake swimming at Vidy and the Lavaux terraces; Dec has Christmas markets. Winters are grey and damp; spring can be rainy.
When is the rainy season in Lausanne?
Rain peaks in May with about 126 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Lausanne?
July, with average highs of 26°C (78°F).
How cold does Lausanne get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -2°C (29°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 3.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.