Gruyères Climate by Month
The climate in Gruyères is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average day and night temperature
In Gruyères, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 22°C in July to a chilly 3°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -5°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Gruyères experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1663 mm of precipitation annually. The wettest period in Gruyères occurs in July, which receives around 170 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Gruyères experiences high rainfall, totaling approximately 115 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.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
In Gruyères, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.5 hours per average day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Gruyères.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Gruyères in Switzerland
During the months of June, July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May, June, July and August.
July has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 170 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 115 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 257 hours of sunshine.
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