Lausanne weather and climate
Lausanne weather and climate
Day
19 °C
Night
9 °C
Precipitation
111 mm
in month
Rainy days
15 days
in month
Daylight
15 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
72 %
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Weather overview for Lausanne
Weather overview
Lausanne (Switzerland) in general has a mild climate. The day temperatures range from 4.8 °C (40.6 °F) in January to 25.4 °C (77.7 °F) in July. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in July with 13.7 °C (56.7 °F), the lowest in January with -1.6 °C (29.1 °F). The driest month is September with just 11 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is May with 15 days of rain.
January weather
The minimum of the day temperature is observable, its value is 4.8 °C (40.6 °F) in Lausanne, on the contrary the sea temperature reaches its maximum, with its value being 0.0 °C (32.0 °F). The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, the value of this measure is 86 mm (3.37 in). The night temperature is on its minimum, with its value of -1.6 °C (29.1 °F). The humidity reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 82 %.
February weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, its value is 6.2 °C (43.2 °F) in Lausanne, and the night temperature rise's start could be observed too, with its value being -1.1 °C (30.0 °F). The rainfall amount is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 73 mm (2.88 in), while the number of rainy days starts to descent, its value is 11 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, the value of this measure is 3 hours.
March weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 10.8 °C (51.4 °F) in Lausanne, and the night temperature continues to rise too, the value of this measure is 1.2 °C (34.2 °F). The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, its value is 12 days, and the rainfall amount starts to rise too, with its value of 83 mm (3.28 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 4 hours. The maximum of the wind speed is observable, with its value being 2.3.
April weather
The day temperature continues to rise in Lausanne, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, its value is 4.4 °C (39.9 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 5 hours.
May weather
The tourist season is about to start in Lausanne. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 19.4 °C (66.9 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too. The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, its value is 111 mm (4.36 in), while the maximum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value of 15 days. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 6 hours.
June weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Lausanne. The day temperature continues to rise, with its value being 22.9 °C (73.2 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 11.7 °C (53.1 °F). The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value of 14 days, while the maximum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, the value of this measure is 118 mm (4.64 in). The maximum of the day length is observable, with its value of 16 hours.
July weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Lausanne. The day temperature reaches its maximum, with its value of 25.4 °C (77.7 °F), and the night temperature reaches its maximum as well, with its value being 13.7 °C (56.7 °F). The rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, its value is 111 mm (4.35 in), while the number of rainy days continues to descent, with its value being 12 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum in July.
August weather
The day temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value of 24.8 °C (76.6 °F) in Lausanne, and the night temperature descent's start could be observed too, with its value being 13.2 °C (55.8 °F). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 12 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
September weather
There is pending tourist season in Lausanne. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 20.4 °C (68.7 °F), and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, its value is 10.4 °C (50.7 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 11 days, while the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed in September. The minimum of the wind speed is observable, with its value being 1.7.
October weather
The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 15.5 °C (59.9 °F) in Lausanne, and the descent of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 7.1 °C (44.8 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month.
November weather
The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value being 93 mm (3.68 in) in Lausanne. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 2.4 °C (36.3 °F), and the descent of the day temperature can be observed too, with its value of 9.0 °C (48.2 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 2 hours.
December weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 5.5 °C (41.9 °F) in Lausanne, and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, the value of this measure is -0.3 °C (31.5 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum. The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, with its value being 12 days. The minimum of the day length is observable in December.
FAQs
How many sunny hours can I expect in Lausanne in April?
In Lausanne in April, you can expect around 5 hours of sunshine.
What is the air temperature in Lausanne in May at night?
The average night temperature in May in Lausanne is 8.7 °C (47.7 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Lausanne in June?
There are 14 days, which are rainy in June in Lausanne, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 3.2 days of the week, or in general - 46 % days.
Is there a wet season in July in Lausanne?
No, there is no wet season in Lausanne in July - you can expect 12 days of rain during the month.
What is the temperature in Lausanne during the day in August?
The average daily temperature in Lausanne in August is 24.8 °C (76.6 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
Is September a good month to visit Lausanne?
September is a good month to visit Lausanne. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 20.4 °C (68.7 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 10.4 °C (50.7 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
Is there a dry season in October in Lausanne?
No, October is not a dry month in Lausanne, expect rain approximately 11 days in a month.