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Canton of Valais Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canton of Valais, Switzerland in November.

Planning a getaway to Canton of Valais, Switzerland this November and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Canton of Valais in November

Canton of Valais, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. November in Canton of Valais generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Ulrichen at -1°C (30°F) to cold in Torgon at 7°C (45°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Torgon and -8°C (18°F) in Ulrichen. In many areas in Switzerland, November brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Canton of Valais, Switzerland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Grône with an average of 127 mm (5 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Saas-Almagell with 184 mm (7.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in November. Zermatt sees roughly 95 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Canton of Valais by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Canton of Valais — and find the best time to visit. (based on Zermatt)

Best Places to Visit in Canton of Valais in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Canton of Valais.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Canton of Valais

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Canton of Valais, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Canton of Valais (November)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Valais (November)

Zermatt

In November Zermatt generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-14°C (7°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
95 hours
83 hours
Monthly snowfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Nendaz

In November Nendaz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
98 hours
70 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Saas-Fee

In November Saas-Fee generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
95 hours
83 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
177 mm (7 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Crans-Montana

In November Crans-Montana generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
98 hours
70 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Verbier

In November Verbier generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
2°C (36°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
98 hours
70 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Canton of Valais in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zermatt -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Nendaz 3°C (37°F) -8°C (18°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Saas-Fee 0°C (32°F) -8°C (18°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Crans-Montana 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Verbier 2°C (36°F) -8°C (18°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Veysonnaz 3°C (37°F) -8°C (18°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)

Canton of Valais weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canton of Valais, Switzerland in November?

Canton of Valais, Switzerland typically experiences poor weather in November, part of the season. Daytime highs in Zermatt average around -1°C (30°F), and temperatures drop to about -9°C (16°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Canton of Valais, Switzerland in November?

Daytime temperatures in Zermatt peak at roughly -1°C (30°F) in November, dropping to about -9°C (16°F) overnight.

Does Canton of Valais, Switzerland get a lot of snow in November?

Rainfall in Canton of Valais, Switzerland peaks during November. Zermatt averages roughly 166 mm (6.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Canton of Valais, Switzerland?

In our opinion, November may not be the ideal time to visit Canton of Valais, Switzerland due to the typically poor weather in Zermatt.

On average, the best time to visit Canton of Valais, Switzerland is in August with generally unpleasant weather in Zermatt.

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