Giumaglio Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Giumaglio.
Climate overview of Giumaglio
The climate in Giumaglio, Canton of Ticino, Switzerland, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 21°C (70°F) in July to 1°C (34°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1760 mm (69 in) per year. October is the wettest month and February the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from August to November, with pleasant summers and very cold winters. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 8.9 hours of daily sunshine.
Giumaglio Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Giumaglio - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Giumaglio
In Giumaglio, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 1°C (34°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 10°C (50°F) in July to around -7°C (19°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Giumaglio
Giumaglio experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1760 mm (69 in) of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, October it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 195 mm (7.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month February brings less snow/rainfall, with 80 mm (3.1 in) over 13 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Giumaglio 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 Giumaglio
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Giumaglio. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.9 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.8 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
Humidity in Giumaglio by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Giumaglio.
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 Giumaglio
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 1 m/s (2 knots) in 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 Giumaglio
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct rainy season from August to November, with pleasant summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -7°C (19°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Giumaglio
What is the best time to visit Giumaglio?
July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Giumaglio. In contrast, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Giumaglio has a distinct rainy season from August to November, with pleasant summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Giumaglio?
Daytime highs range from 1°C (34°F) in January to 21°C (70°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -7°C (19°F) to 10°C (50°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Giumaglio get?
Annual rainfall is around 1760 mm (69 in). October is the wettest month with 195 mm (7.7 in), while February is the driest with 80 mm (3.1 in).
How sunny is Giumaglio?
Giumaglio 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, Giumaglio enjoys abundant sunshine.
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