La Forclaz

Plan your trip to La Forclaz in Wallis, Switzerland. Live snow reports, lift passes, piste maps, ski schools and chalets.

Location
Wallis, Switzerland, The Alps
Coordinates
46.090767, 7.524292
Area
8 km²

Weather & Climate in La Forclaz

The warmest temperatures in La Forclaz occur in July, averaging 16.6°C (up to 20.6°C). The coolest conditions are in January at -3.0°C.

The driest weather conditions are typically in March with average rainfall of 58.7mm. Average humidity: 79.0%.

Monthly Temperatures

  • January: -3.0°C (rainfall: 94.3mm)
  • February: -0.8°C (rainfall: 121.4mm)
  • March: 1.0°C (rainfall: 58.7mm)
  • April: 4.5°C (rainfall: 65.7mm)
  • May: 9.9°C (rainfall: 93.8mm)
  • June: 15.3°C (rainfall: 99.2mm)
  • July: 16.6°C (rainfall: 82.5mm)
  • August: 16.4°C (rainfall: 151.3mm)
  • September: 12.5°C (rainfall: 120.4mm)
  • October: 7.6°C (rainfall: 85.6mm)
  • November: 1.4°C (rainfall: 78.8mm)
  • December: -2.0°C (rainfall: 85.7mm)

Recommended Packing List for La Forclaz

Based on average temperature of 6.6°C, typical conditions, humidity 83%.

  • Heavy layers & thermal clothing - temperatures around 7°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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