Crana Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Crana.
Climate overview of Crana
Crana, Canton of Ticino, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) in July, while winters cool to 2°C (36°F) in January.
The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1827 mm (72 in) annually. October is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from August to November. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 8.9 hours of daily sunshine.
Crana Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Crana — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Crana
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Crana. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in July to a very cold 2°C (36°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 11°C (52°F) in July to around -6°C (21°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Crana
Crana has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1827 mm (72 in) of rain/snowfall annually. The climate in Crana shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in October, the wettest month, with an average of 206 mm (8.1 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 81 mm (3.2 in) of snow/rainfall over 13 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Crana 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 Crana
For those who appreciate different seasons, Crana serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in November, offering only 3.8 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Crana by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Crana.
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 Crana
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s (2 knots) and 1 m/s (2 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and highest during 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 Crana
Rainfall during this time is 151 mm (5.9 in), providing good conditions for being out and about.
The rainy season falls during April, May, June, August, September, October and November, bringing heavy precipitation. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Crana
What is the best time to visit Crana?
July typically offers the most optimal weather in Crana. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Crana has a distinct rainy season from August to November.
What temperatures can I expect in Crana?
Daytime highs range from 2°C (36°F) in January to 22°C (72°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -6°C (21°F) to 11°C (52°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Crana get?
Annual rainfall is around 1827 mm (72 in). October is the wettest month with 206 mm (8.1 in), while February is the driest with 81 mm (3.2 in).
How sunny is Crana?
Crana 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, Crana enjoys abundant sunshine.
Crana 3-Day Forecast
Crana 3-Day Forecast
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