Climate Overview
The climate in Gstaad is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1841mm of precipitation falls per year. Gstaad receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gstaad is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Gstaad experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Gstaad vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Gstaad is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1841mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 153mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 206mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 113mm. That's 93mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Gstaad receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 414cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 91cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Gstaad is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Gstaad, which began on March 20, 2026. Gstaad is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 472mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 527mm across the season with a monthly average of 176mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -3 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 391mm across the season with a monthly average of 130mm. Expect around 65cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -8 to 3°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 451mm across the season with a monthly average of 150mm. Expect around 231cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gstaad 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.
