Dent de Morcles
Mountain Swiss Alpine peak with prominent limestone summit
Limestone peak above the Rhône valley on the Vaud-Valais border offering established hiking and climbing routes; walkers use marked paths for panoramic views over the valley.
Dent de Morcles is a mountain in the Swiss Alps located in the canton of Valais, noted for its steep rocky profile. It is a locally prominent limestone summit within the western Swiss highlands.
Routes on and around the peak are used for mountain walking, scrambling and alpine hiking, with views across nearby valleys and toward surrounding alpine peaks. The mountain is visible from lower Rhone valley approaches and serves as a landmark for nearby alpine villages.
The peak is a product of alpine uplift and limestone geology typical of this part of the Swiss Alps; traditional mountain pastures and seasonal grazing have been part of the area’s land use for centuries. Modern mountain guides and local trail networks now support recreational access.
Dent de Morcles sits within the western Swiss alpine region of Valais and is approached from nearby mountain villages and passes in the surrounding high country.
- Difficulty: Steep limestone faces and rocky ridges create exposed routes that are most suitable for experienced hikers and scramblers; weather can change rapidly at alpine elevations.
Best Time to Visit Dent de Morcles #
Go in summer (June-September) for the best hiking conditions; winter offers snow sports but requires alpine experience and equipment.
Weather & Climate near Dent de Morcles #
Dent de Morcles's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 10°C. Abundant rainfall (1541 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (159 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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