Splügen Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Splügen.
Climate overview of Splügen
Splügen, Grisons, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 17°C (63°F) in July, while winters cool to -4°C (25°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1552 mm (61 in) per year. June is the wettest month and February the driest. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 6.5 hours of daily sunshine.
Splügen Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Splügen — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Splügen
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to very cold in Splügen. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -4°C (25°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 7°C (45°F) in July to around -12°C (10°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Splügen
Splügen has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1552 mm (61 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, June it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 173 mm (6.8 in) of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month February brings less snowfall, with 79 mm (3.1 in) over 15 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Splügen Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Splügen
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Splügen. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Splügen by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Splügen.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 75%. In April, 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
Best Time to Visit Splügen
Rainfall during this time is 156 mm (6.1 in), providing good conditions for being out and about.
The rainy season falls during June and August, bringing heavy precipitation. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Splügen
What is the best time to visit Splügen?
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Splügen. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Splügen?
Daytime highs range from -4°C (25°F) in January to 17°C (63°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -12°C (10°F) to 7°C (45°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Splügen get?
Annual rainfall is around 1552 mm (61 in). June is the wettest month with 173 mm (6.8 in), while February is the driest with 79 mm (3.1 in).
How sunny is Splügen?
Splügen receives around 1,582 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 196 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 72 hours.
Splügen 3-Day Forecast
Splügen 3-Day Forecast
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