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Pontresina Climate by Month

The climate in Pontresina is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from mild during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Pontresina, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 16°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -6°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -15°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Pontresina experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1335 mm of precipitation annually. Pontresina can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 150 mm of precipitation over 20 rainy days. In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 67 mm of snowfall, spread across 16 snowy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Pontresina can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 6.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 3.4 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Saint Moritz, Switzerland (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Saint Moritz, Switzerland (4 KM, 2 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Pontresina in Switzerland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Pontresina?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 16°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Pontresina?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Pontresina?
    June tops the wettest month list with 150 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Pontresina?
    February is the driest month with 67 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Pontresina?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 200 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Pontresina

    Thu   Nov 21
    -4°C | -14°C
    S 11 km/h
    16 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow

    Fri   Nov 22
    -5°C | -14°C
    N 11 km/h
    6.6 mm
    overcast and  chance of snow

    overcast and chance of snow

    Sat   Nov 23
    -1°C | -16°C
    S 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain