About Grächen
Grächen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Valais (VS), at 46.198° latitude and 7.846° longitude. The municipality is part of the Valais Alps, dry continental climate, among the sunniest in Switzerland. Also known as Grächen, Grächen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Grächen
The climate in Grächen is characteristic of the Valais Alps, dry continental climate, among the sunniest in Switzerland. Temperatures, precipitation and wind conditions vary throughout the year with local features linked to altitude and surrounding terrain. Our data comes from official weather stations and real-time Netatmo sensors for Grächen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Grächen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Grächen: 1991–2020 normals
In Grächen (1700 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.5 °C. The warmest month is July (14.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.7 °C). About 612 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (69 mm) with a minimum in February (31 mm). The sun shines for about 1696 hours a year, mostly in July (191 h). On average there are 139 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.4 °C and the absolute minimum −13.0 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Sunshine (h) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.7 °C | 8.2 °C | −12.7 °C | 41 | 97 | 29 | 0 |
| Feb | −2.4 °C | 10.4 °C | −13.0 °C | 31 | 112 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 1.0 °C | 13.6 °C | −10.1 °C | 37 | 155 | 21 | 0 |
| Apr | 4.5 °C | 16.9 °C | −6.2 °C | 47 | 151 | 12 | 0 |
| May | 8.7 °C | 21.7 °C | −1.8 °C | 69 | 160 | 3 | 0 |
| Jun | 12.6 °C | 25.8 °C | 1.7 °C | 59 | 176 | 0 | 4 |
| Jul | 14.5 °C | 26.4 °C | 4.5 °C | 56 | 191 | 0 | 6 |
| Aug | 14.2 °C | 26.3 °C | 3.8 °C | 64 | 181 | 0 | 5 |
| Sep | 10.3 °C | 22.3 °C | 0.4 °C | 44 | 160 | 1 | 0 |
| Oct | 6.3 °C | 18.5 °C | −3.6 °C | 58 | 137 | 6 | 0 |
| Nov | 1.1 °C | 13.6 °C | −8.8 °C | 57 | 91 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | −1.9 °C | 8.3 °C | −11.8 °C | 50 | 85 | 26 | 0 |
| Year | 5.5 °C | 26.4 °C | −13.0 °C | 612 | 1696 | 139 | 15 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Grächen (1 km, 1605 m), Visp (12 km, 639 m), Zermatt (20 km, 1638 m), adjusted to the elevation of Grächen (1700 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Grächen
What is the weather in Grächen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Grächen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Grächen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Grächen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Grächen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Grächen.
What is the air quality in Grächen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Grächen.
Are there weather alerts for Grächen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Grächen located?
Grächen sits at around 1700 m above sea level in the canton of Valais. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Grächen?
The warmest month in Grächen is July, averaging 14.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Grächen per year?
Grächen receives about 612 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (69 mm), the driest February (31 mm).
When is the best time to visit Grächen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (14.5 °C on average, 191 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.