Brig Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Brig, Canton of Valais, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 17°C (63°F) in July, while winters cool to -5°C (23°F) in January.

The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1684 mm (66 in) annually. June is the wettest month. July is the sunniest month, averaging 6.7 hours of sunshine per day.

Monthly Temperature in Brig

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to very cold in Brig. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in July to a very cold -5°C (23°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 7°C (45°F) in July to around -13°C (9°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Brig

Brig has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1684 mm (66 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Precipitation levels in Brig remain relatively steady throughout the year. June has the most rain, with 162 mm (6.4 in) over 19 days. In the driest month February, this drops slightly to 106 mm (4.2 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Brig 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 Brig

For those who appreciate different seasons, Brig serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.8 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily percentage of sunshine

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Humidity in Brig by Month

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Brig.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 70%. In January, 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

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Brig 3-Day Forecast

10-Day Forecast

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Best Time to Visit Brig

During the months of July and August, Brig enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 17°C (62°F) to 17°C (63°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.

Rainfall during this time ranges from 158 mm (6.2 in) in July to 159 mm (6.3 in) in August. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.

The rainy season falls during June, bringing heavy precipitation.

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