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Saillon Climate by Month

The temperature in Saillon can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months, and very cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Saillon can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -3°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -12°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Saillon is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1703 mm. Year-round, Saillon has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, June, with 177 mm, and the driest month, October, with 116 mm, is minimal.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Saillon. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Sion, Switzerland (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Sion, Switzerland (12 KM, 7 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Saillon in Switzerland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Saillon?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May, June, July and August.
  • When is winter in Saillon?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Saillon?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Saillon?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Saillon?
    June tops the wettest month list with 177 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Saillon?
    October is the driest month with 116 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Saillon?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 270 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Saillon

    Tue   Dec 03
    7°C | 1°C
    NW 4 km/h
    1.1 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Wed   Dec 04
    2°C | -7°C
    NW 4 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    5°C | -7°C
    NW 4 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain