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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Alvaschein.
Alvaschein sits in the heart of Parc Ela, surrounded by alpine trails, forests, and quiet villages. The weather changes noticeably across the seasons. Summers tend to be mild, while winters often bring freezing temperatures and snow. Rain and snowfall are both common throughout the year. Let’s take a closer look at the local climate.
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Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to very cold in Alvaschein. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in July to a very cold -3°C (27°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 6°C (43°F) in July to -12°C (10°F) in January.
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Alvaschein has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1491 mm (59 in) of rain/snowfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, June, sees around 173 mm (6.8 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 80 mm (3.1 in) of snowfall. For more details, please visit our Alvaschein Precipitation page.
In Alvaschein, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.2 hours per average day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Alvaschein.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 76%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, February and December to 3 m/s (6 knots) in July. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Alvaschein. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Alvaschein has mild summers and very cold winters.
Daytime highs range from -3°C (27°F) in January to 17°C (63°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -12°C (10°F) to 6°C (43°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1491 mm (59 in). June is the wettest month with 173 mm (6.8 in), while February is the driest with 80 mm (3.1 in).
Alvaschein receives around 1,740 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 188 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 95 hours.
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