Minusio Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Minusio, Switzerland, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 23°C (73°F) in July to 4°C (39°F) in January.
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1700 mm (67 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from September to November. October is the wettest month. The sunniest month is July, with 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Minusio
In Minusio, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July to a chilly 4°C (39°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 13°C (55°F) in July to -4°C (25°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Minusio
Minusio experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1700 mm (67 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Minusio bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 193 mm (7.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 76 mm (3 in) over 13 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Minusio 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 Minusio
In Minusio, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 3.7 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Minusio by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Minusio.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 75%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 55%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Minusio 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Minusio
The best time to visit Minusio is during July, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures of 23°C (74°F). With rainfall of 137 mm (5.4 in), you can expect generally favorable weather for your visit during this period.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during May, June, August, September, October and November, the wettest period of the year. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
