Saas-Fee Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Saas-Fee, Canton of Valais, Switzerland, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 17°C (63°F) in July to -5°C (23°F) in January.

The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1891 mm (74 in) annually. August is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from May to September. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 6.7 hours of sunshine per day.

Monthly Temperature in Saas-Fee

In Saas-Fee, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in July to a very cold -5°C (23°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 6°C (43°F) in July to around -13°C (9°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Saas-Fee

Saas-Fee experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1891 mm (74 in) of precipitation annually. Saas-Fee offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month August (200 mm (7.9 in)) and the driest month February (95 mm (3.7 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Saas-Fee 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 Saas-Fee

For those who appreciate different seasons, Saas-Fee serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.8 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily percentage of sunshine

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Humidity in Saas-Fee by Month

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Saas-Fee.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 70%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

Data from: Zermatt, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Saas-Fee 3-Day Forecast

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Best Time to Visit Saas-Fee

The best time to visit Saas-Fee is during July and August, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 16°C (61°F) and 17°C (62°F). With rainfall of 197 mm (7.8 in) to 200 mm (7.9 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.

Be prepared for heavier rainfall during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, the wettest period of the year.

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