Astano Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Astano.
Climate overview of Astano
Astano, Canton of Ticino, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) in July, while winters cool to 6°C (43°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1798 mm (71 in) per year. October is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from August to November, with warm summers and cold winters. The sunniest month is July, with 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Astano Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Astano - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Astano
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Astano. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C (43°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 16°C (61°F) in July to around -1°C (30°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Astano
Astano has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1798 mm (71 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, October it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 211 mm (8.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less snow/rainfall, with 75 mm (3 in) over 11 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Astano Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Astano
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Astano. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.9 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.8 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Astano by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Astano.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 75%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Astano
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Astano
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: May, July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct rainy season from August to November, with warm summers and cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -1°C (30°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Astano
What is the best time to visit Astano?
May, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Astano. In contrast, January, February, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Astano has a distinct rainy season from August to November, with warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Astano?
Daytime highs range from 6°C (43°F) in January to 26°C (79°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -1°C (30°F) to 16°C (61°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Astano get?
Annual rainfall is around 1798 mm (71 in). October is the wettest month with 211 mm (8.3 in), while January is the driest with 75 mm (3 in).
How sunny is Astano?
Astano receives around 2,234 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 267 hours, while November is the cloudiest with just 113 hours. Overall, Astano enjoys abundant sunshine.
Astano 3-Day Forecast
Astano 3-Day Forecast
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