Climate Insights for Ecublens VD
Climate Overview
The climate in Ecublens VD is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1,384 mm of precipitation falls per year. Ecublens VD receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ecublens VD is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 120cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Ecublens VD is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 54.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Ecublens VD receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ecublens VD is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 34°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 47in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Ecublens VD vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 20°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Ecublens VD vary considerably across the year, with a 41°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 67°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 34°F and an average of 38°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ecublens VD is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,384 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 115 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 139 mm of rainfall. May and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 86 mm. That's 54 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 120cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 35cm.Ecublens VD is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 54.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.5 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 5.5 in of rainfall. May and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3.4 in. That's 2.1 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 47in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 14in.
Wind
Ecublens VD is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Ecublens VD is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ecublens VD based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ecublens VD based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.