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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Disentis.
Disentis, Grisons, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 17°C (63°F) in July, while winters cool to -4°C (25°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1887 mm (74 in) per year. August is the wettest month and February the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from June to August, with mild summers and very cold winters. The sunniest month is July, with 6.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to very cold in Disentis. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -4°C (25°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 7°C (45°F) in July to around -12°C (10°F) during January.
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Disentis has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1887 mm (74 in) of rain/snowfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. August brings wetter days averaging 223 mm (8.8 in) of precipitation, spread over 20 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month February experiences a drier climate, with about 108 mm (4.3 in) of snowfall spread across 16 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Disentis Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Disentis. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Disentis.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 75%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Disentis has a distinct rainy season from June to August, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Daytime highs range from -4°C (25°F) in January to 17°C (63°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -12°C (10°F) to 7°C (45°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1887 mm (74 in). August is the wettest month with 223 mm (8.8 in), while February is the driest with 108 mm (4.3 in).
Disentis receives around 1,582 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 196 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 72 hours.
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