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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit SantʼAntonio.
Temperatures in SantʼAntonio, Canton of Ticino, Switzerland, vary greatly throughout the year. July is the hottest month at 23°C (73°F), while January is the coldest at 4°C (39°F).
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1576 mm (62 in) per year. October is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences warm summers and cold winters. The sunniest month is July, with 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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The climate in SantʼAntonio is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 4°C (39°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 13°C (55°F) in July to around -5°C (23°F) during January.
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SantʼAntonio has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1576 mm (62 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, October it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 169 mm (6.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less snow/rainfall, with 70 mm (2.8 in) over 13 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our SantʼAntonio Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in SantʼAntonio. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.9 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.7 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in SantʼAntonio.
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.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in SantʼAntonio. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. SantʼAntonio has warm summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 4°C (39°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -5°C (23°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1576 mm (62 in). October is the wettest month with 169 mm (6.7 in), while January is the driest with 70 mm (2.8 in).
SantʼAntonio receives around 2,233 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 266 hours, while November is the cloudiest with just 111 hours. Overall, SantʼAntonio enjoys abundant sunshine.
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