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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Hospental.
The climate in Hospental, Uri, Switzerland, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 16°C (61°F) in July to -4°C (25°F) in January.
With around 1958 mm (77 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Hospental has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct rainy season from June to September, with mild summers and very cold winters. The wettest month is August. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 6.5 hours of daily sunshine.
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In Hospental, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 16°C (61°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -4°C (25°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 6°C (43°F) in July to -12°C (10°F) in January.
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Hospental experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1958 mm (77 in) of precipitation annually. Hospental experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 228 mm (9 in) in August, the wettest month, and 111 mm (4.4 in) in February, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Hospental Precipitation page.
Hospental 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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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Hospental.
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.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Hospental has a distinct rainy season from June to September, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Daytime highs range from -4°C (25°F) in January to 16°C (61°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -12°C (10°F) to 6°C (43°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1958 mm (77 in). August is the wettest month with 228 mm (9 in), while February is the driest with 111 mm (4.4 in).
Hospental 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.
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