Le Suchet Mountain
Prominent Jura mountain peak in Vaud canton
Le Suchet in Vaud is a reachable summit with established hiking routes across pasture and forest terrain; walkers use it for day hikes and ridge‑top views.
Le Suchet at a Glance#
Address: Le Suchet, Vaud, Switzerland (approaches from nearby villages such as L’Isle or Baulmes)
How to Get to Le Suchet#
Approach from villages in Vaud such as Baulmes or L’Isle; local parking and marked hiking trails provide access. Check regional hiking maps for the principal ascent routes.
Tips for Visiting Le Suchet#
- Park at the official trailhead to avoid walking on private farmland; local signage usually points to the summit paths.
- Le Suchet's summit plateau makes for a good picnic spot - watch for rapid changes in weather in the afternoon.
Best Time to Visit Le Suchet#
Best visited in summer for hiking; winter conditions require snow equipment.
Weather & Climate near Le Suchet#
Le Suchet's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1571 mm/year), wettest in December, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.