Hospental Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Hospental.
Climate overview of 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. The wettest month is August. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 6.5 hours of daily sunshine.
Hospental Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hospental — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Hospental
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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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Hospental
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.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Hospental
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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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Hospental by Month
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.
Relative humidity over the year
Best Time to Visit Hospental
Be prepared for heavier rainfall during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, the wettest period of the year. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Hospental
What is the best time to visit Hospental?
Hospental has a distinct rainy season from June to September.
What temperatures can I expect in Hospental?
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.
How much rain does Hospental get?
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).
How sunny is Hospental?
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.
Hospental 3-Day Forecast
Hospental 3-Day Forecast
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