L'Orient

Plan your trip to L'Orient in Vaud, Switzerland. Live snow reports, lift passes, piste maps, ski schools and chalets.

Location
Vaud, Switzerland, The Alps
Coordinates
46.596620, 6.242209
Area
5 km²

Weather & Climate in L'Orient

The warmest temperatures in L'Orient occur in August, averaging 23.5°C (up to 26.9°C). The coolest conditions are in January at -3.1°C.

The driest weather conditions are typically in April with average rainfall of 120.9mm. Average humidity: 71.6%.

Monthly Temperatures

  • January: -3.1°C (rainfall: 178.4mm)
  • February: -2.4°C (rainfall: 145.4mm)
  • March: 2.0°C (rainfall: 135.6mm)
  • April: 7.7°C (rainfall: 120.9mm)
  • May: 13.5°C (rainfall: 124.4mm)
  • June: 18.3°C (rainfall: 165.8mm)
  • July: 22.1°C (rainfall: 211.3mm)
  • August: 23.5°C (rainfall: 253.0mm)
  • September: 19.4°C (rainfall: 135.9mm)
  • October: 12.2°C (rainfall: 151.6mm)
  • November: 6.2°C (rainfall: 169.5mm)
  • December: -1.5°C (rainfall: 192.8mm)

Recommended Packing List for L'Orient

Based on average temperature of 9.8°C, typical conditions, humidity 81%.

  • Heavy layers & thermal clothing - temperatures around 10°C require warm insulation
  • Warm hat & ski gloves - critical for cold mountain conditions
  • Ski goggles - essential for visibility on the slopes
  • Sunscreen & lip balm with SPF - protection from mountain UV at altitude
  • Waterproof ski boots - well-fitted for comfort on long ski days
  • Layered ski clothing - moisture-wicking base, insulating mid, waterproof outer
  • Ski helmet - essential for safety on all pistes
  • First aid kit - basic medical supplies for remote areas
  • Hand warmers - useful for cold chairlift rides
  • Camera or GoPro - capture your skiing memories on the slopes

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