Bad Ragaz Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Bad Ragaz.
Climate overview of Bad Ragaz
Bad Ragaz, St.Gallen Canton, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) in July, while winters cool to 1°C (34°F) in January.
The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1958 mm (77 in) annually. June is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from May to August. July is the sunniest month, averaging 6.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Bad Ragaz Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bad Ragaz — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Bad Ragaz
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Bad Ragaz. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July to a very cold 1°C (34°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 9°C (48°F) in July to around -9°C (16°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Bad Ragaz
Bad Ragaz has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1958 mm (77 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Bad Ragaz offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month June (235 mm (9.3 in)) and the driest month January (118 mm (4.6 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Bad Ragaz Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Bad Ragaz
For those who appreciate different seasons, Bad Ragaz serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.7 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Bad Ragaz by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Bad Ragaz.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 78%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Best Time to Visit Bad Ragaz
Rainfall during this time is 170 mm (6.7 in), providing good conditions for being out and about.
The rainy season falls during May, June, July, August and September, bringing heavy precipitation. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Bad Ragaz
What is the best time to visit Bad Ragaz?
July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Bad Ragaz. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Bad Ragaz has a distinct rainy season from May to August.
What temperatures can I expect in Bad Ragaz?
Daytime highs range from 1°C (34°F) in January to 20°C (68°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -9°C (16°F) to 9°C (48°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Bad Ragaz get?
Annual rainfall is around 1958 mm (77 in). June is the wettest month with 235 mm (9.3 in), while January is the driest with 118 mm (4.6 in).
How sunny is Bad Ragaz?
Bad Ragaz receives around 1,502 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 192 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 51 hours.
Bad Ragaz 3-Day Forecast
Bad Ragaz 3-Day Forecast
Bad Ragaz on the map
Bad Ragaz is highlighted — select any city to see its climate.
Popular this month
Where to go in July — average daytime high across popular destinations.
Bucket list
Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
The 5 most scenic train journeys in Switzerland
Explore Switzerland's top 5 train journeys, featuring breathtaking Alpine views and engineering marvels like the Glacier Express and Bernina Express.
You'll love this Mountain roller coaster
Hotel Oeschinensee’s mountain coaster is a summer toboggan that you want to add to your bucket list. You'll get in your cart, sit down and fly across the track while enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery around you.
The Verzasca Valley
You can visit the Verzasca Valley in any season. It's an amazing place for swimming and it is a paradise for hikers. A must see for the bucket list.
Balloon at Chateau D'oex
If you are looking for a special place to visit in Europe in January we recommend visiting the annual balloon festival in Château-d'Oex, Switzerland.