Montreux, Switzerland: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Montreux, Switzerland? If you're planning to go to Montreux, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Montreux, Switzerland

Based on the climate and weather in Montreux, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Montreux, Switzerland

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Montreux, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to have an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a superb one.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Montreux, Switzerland by month

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January

January in Montreux is brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost about half of the time.

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February

February in Montreux can be very chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C). There is frost about half of the time.

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March

March for Montreux can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost once in a while. It rains about half of the time.

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April

April in Montreux is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

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May

May in Montreux is crisp. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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June

June in Montreux is mild. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C) to low 70s F (low 20s C).

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July

If you visit Montreux during July, you might notice that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

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August

If you are traveling to Montreux in August, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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September

September here is mild. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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October

October in Montreux is cool. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

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November

November in Montreux is cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C). There is frost sometimes.

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December

December in this region can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost about half of the time. It rains or snows regularly.

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