Chur Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Chur can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months,
and very cold during the cooler months.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Chur can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 19°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -1°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -11°C during this month.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Chur is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1692 mm. Chur experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 200 mm in June, the wettest month, and 99 mm in January, the driest month.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Chur can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 6.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 3.2 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
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Chur.
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.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s to 3 m/s. It is lower in January, February and December and higher in July.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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4 m/s
4 m/s
5 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Chur in Switzerland
Other facts from our historical weather data:Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May, June, July and August.
The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 200 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 99 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 188 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
