Climate Overview
The climate in Orbe is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1631mm of precipitation falls per year. Orbe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Orbe 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 196cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Orbe vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Orbe is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1631mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 136mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 176mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 96mm. That's 80mm less than June, 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 196cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 54cm.
Wind
Orbe is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Orbe, which began on September 23, 2026. Orbe 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -1°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 385mm across the season with a monthly average of 128mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 461mm across the season with a monthly average of 154mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 397mm across the season with a monthly average of 132mm. Expect around 24cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -1 to 7°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 388mm across the season with a monthly average of 129mm. Expect around 129cm 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 Orbe 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.
