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Grimentz Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Grimentz experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from mild days to very cold weather. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Grimentz is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -5°C during cooler months like January.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -14°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Grimentz has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1464 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Year-round, Grimentz has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, May, with 145 mm, and the driest month, March, with 103 mm, is minimal.

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

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Grimentz. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Sion, Switzerland (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Sion, Switzerland (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Sion, Switzerland (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Average humidity

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Grimentz.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 83%. In April, 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
Data from: Sion, Switzerland (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Average wind speed

The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s to 2 m/s. It is lower in January, October, November and December and higher in February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September.

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Data from: Sion, Switzerland (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Forecast for Grimentz

Wed   Jan 15
5°C | -4°C
W 1 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Thu   Jan 16
1°C | -9°C
SE 1 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Fri   Jan 17
3°C | -6°C
SE
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
5-Day Forecast 10-Day Forecast

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Grimentz in Switzerland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Grimentz?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Grimentz?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -5°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Grimentz?
    May tops the wettest month list with 145 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Grimentz?
    March is the driest month with 103 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Grimentz?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 270 hours of sunshine.

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