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Weather Crans-Montana
The weather now and for the week ahead, on the plateau and up in the ski area, with sunrise and sunset times.
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MeteoSwiss, national weather serviceThe sun on the plateau
Crans-Montana, the sunniest resort in the Swiss Alps: a south-facing plateau at 1 500 m, above the Rhône valley. In autumn and winter the plateau often sits above the fog that covers the valley.
What to pack, season by season
- Winter (December to March)
- Dry cold and frequent sun on the plateau, much colder on the glacier. Layers, gloves, sunglasses and sun cream: at 2 700 m the sun burns even at −10 °C.
- Spring (April to May)
- Snow melts on the plateau and holds up high. Waterproof jacket, shoes that can take mud, sunglasses.
- Summer (June to September)
- Warm days, cool evenings, thunderstorms possible in the late afternoon. Start early in the mountains and carry a rain jacket and a warm layer.
- Autumn (October to November)
- Crisp light and first snow up high, often above the valley fog. A hat and a warm jacket for the morning; the sun warms things quickly.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the weather like in Crans-Montana?
- The board at the top of this page gives the weather right now and over 7 days, at 1 500 m on the plateau and 2 700 m in the ski area: sky, temperatures, precipitation, wind.
- Is it much colder at the glacier?
- Yes. Between the plateau (1 500 m) and the Plaine Morte glacier (2 927 m), expect 8 to 10 degrees less, plus wind. Dress for the top, not for the village.
- When is the best time to come?
- For skiing, December to early April. For hiking, golf and cycling, June to September. September and October often bring the clearest days.
- Is there fog in Crans-Montana?
- Autumn and winter fog forms mainly in the Rhône valley. The plateau, 1,000 m higher, often sits above it, in the sun.
- What time is sunrise and sunset?
- Daylight hours are in the board at the top of the page. In midwinter the sun sets around 5 pm on the plateau; in June, after 9 pm.
- How reliable is this forecast?
- It is model data (Open-Meteo), useful to plan a day. Mountain weather changes fast: for a committed day out, check MeteoSwiss and the lift company as well.