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Maloja Weather in April

Maloja in April averages 6°C (43°F) during the day and -3°C (27°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Maloja in April

You can expect snow/rain on roughly 19 days based on historical data, averaging 120 mm (4.7 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Maloja in April

Daytime temperatures in Maloja reach 6°C (43°F) in April, dropping to -3°C (27°F) at night. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With overnight lows of -3°C (27°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.

Sunshine in Maloja in April

With about 152 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Maloja. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Maloja Temperature in April

Min Temperature
-3°C (27°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
120 mm (4.7 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
152 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
51% *
* Data from: Saint Moritz, Switzerland (15 KM, 9 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Maloja in April

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Maloja in April. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Maloja in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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