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Sion weather in July (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

What can you expect from the weather in Sion during July? This guide provides all the details you need.

In July, Sion generally has pleasant temperatures and heavy rainfall. July falls within the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 19°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 8°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Sion in July usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 162 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 270 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sion climate page with graphs.

 

Sion, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 162 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 63%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 270 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 65%  

Where to go in Switzerland in July

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland in July and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Sion in July?

For visitors traveling to Sion, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in July.

Swimming
7/10
Camping
3/10

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