Town in Vaud, Switzerland
Montreux weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Montreux
May–Jun and Sep–Oct have mild weather, vineyards in colour and fewer crowds. July is busiest with the jazz festival; winter is quiet but the Christmas market is popular.
Montreux weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan5°92 mm
- Feb6°71 mm
- Mar11°90 mm
- Apr16°81 mm
- May20°126 mm
- Jun24°114 mm
- Jul26°115 mm
- Aug26°120 mm
- Sep22°81 mm
- Oct17°94 mm
- Nov11°90 mm
- Dec6°101 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C42°F | -2°C29°F | 92 mm | 85% | Cold |
| February | 6°C43°F | -1°C30°F | 71 mm | 84% | Cold |
| March | 11°C51°F | 2°C36°F | 90 mm | 81% | Cold |
| April | 16°C60°F | 6°C44°F | 81 mm | 77% | Cool |
| May | 20°C67°F | 10°C51°F | 126 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C75°F | 15°C59°F | 114 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C79°F | 17°C62°F | 115 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C78°F | 16°C61°F | 120 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| September | 22°C71°F | 12°C54°F | 81 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| October | 17°C63°F | 8°C47°F | 94 mm | 79% | Cool |
| November | 11°C51°F | 4°C38°F | 90 mm | 84% | Cold |
| December | 6°C43°F | 0°C32°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 Montreux?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–Jun and Sep–Oct have mild weather, vineyards in colour and fewer crowds. July is busiest with the jazz festival; winter is quiet but the Christmas market is popular.
When is the rainy season in Montreux?
Rain peaks in May with about 126 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Montreux?
July, with average highs of 26°C (79°F).
How cold does Montreux get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -2°C (29°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Montreux Riviera Tourism
- Swiss Federal Railways (SBB)
- Hôpital Riviera-Chablais
- Montreux Oberland Bernois (MOB)
- CGN Lake Geneva boats
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 4.2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.