Murg Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Murg.
Climate overview of Murg
Murg, St.Gallen Canton, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) in July, while winters cool to 1°C (34°F) in January.
The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 2187 mm (86 in) annually. June is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from May to September. August is the sunniest month, averaging 5.7 hours of sunshine per day.
Murg Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Murg — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Murg
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Murg. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in July to a very cold 1°C (34°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 10°C (50°F) in July to around -7°C (19°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Murg
Murg has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2187 mm (86 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Murg offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month June (271 mm (11 in)) and the driest month January (129 mm (5.1 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Murg 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 Murg
Murg offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between August (5.7 hours daily) and December (3.7 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Murg by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Murg.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 85%. In January, 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
Wind Speed in Murg
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 5 m/s (10 knots) to 8 m/s (16 knots). It is lower in April, May and June and higher in January. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Murg
Rainfall during this time is 191 mm (7.5 in), providing good conditions for being out and about.
The rainy season falls during May, June, July, August and September, bringing heavy precipitation. 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 Murg
What is the best time to visit Murg?
Murg has a distinct rainy season from May to September.
What temperatures can I expect in Murg?
Daytime highs range from 1°C (34°F) in January to 21°C (70°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -7°C (19°F) to 10°C (50°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Murg get?
Annual rainfall is around 2187 mm (86 in). June is the wettest month with 271 mm (11 in), while January is the driest with 129 mm (5.1 in).
How sunny is Murg?
Murg receives around 1,786 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 170 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 112 hours.
Murg 3-Day Forecast
Murg 3-Day Forecast
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