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Cumbels Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Cumbels.
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Climate overview of Cumbels
Cumbels, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) in July, while winters cool to -3°C (27°F) in January.
With around 1714 mm (67 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Cumbels has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct rainy season from June to August, with mild summers and very cold winters. The wettest month is August. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Cumbels Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cumbels - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Cumbels
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to very cold in Cumbels. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 18°C (64°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -3°C (27°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 7°C (45°F) in July to -11°C (12°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Cumbels
Cumbels has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1714 mm (67 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Cumbels experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 201 mm (7.9 in) in August, the wettest month, and 95 mm (3.7 in) in February, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Cumbels 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 Cumbels
Cumbels can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 6.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Disentis, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Disentis, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 Miles).
Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Disentis, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 Miles).
Humidity in Cumbels by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Cumbels.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 75%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Disentis, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Cumbels
The most favourable weather available in Cumbels usually occurs in July and September. Conditions are generally most challenging in January, February, March, April, May, June, August, October, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very cold
Feb
very cold
Mar
cold
Apr
wet
May
wet
Jun
wet
Jul
mixed
Aug
very wet
Sep
mixed
Oct
wet
Nov
cold
Dec
very cold
- Best overall: July and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct rainy season from June to August, with mild summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -11°C (12°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Cumbels
What is the best time to visit Cumbels?
July and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Cumbels. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, August, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Cumbels has a distinct rainy season from June to August, with mild summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Cumbels?
Daytime highs range from -3°C (27°F) in January to 18°C (64°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -11°C (12°F) to 7°C (45°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Cumbels get?
Annual rainfall is around 1714 mm (67 in). August is the wettest month with 201 mm (7.9 in), while February is the driest with 95 mm (3.7 in).
How sunny is Cumbels?
Cumbels receives around 1,582 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 196 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 72 hours.
Cumbels 3-Day Forecast
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