About Mels
Mels is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of St. Gallen (SG), at 47.005° latitude and 9.365° longitude. The municipality is part of the eastern Alps, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers. Also known as Mels, Mels benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Mels
The climate in Mels is characteristic of the eastern Alps, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers. 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 Mels and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Mels: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Mels: 1991–2020 normals
In Mels (494 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.3 °C. The warmest month is July (19.1 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.1 °C). About 1109 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (148 mm) with a minimum in February (55 mm). The sun shines for about 1563 hours a year, mostly in July (197 h). On average there are 66 frost days and 11 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.3 °C and the absolute minimum −10.1 °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 | 1.1 °C | 13.9 °C | −10.1 °C | 67 | 72 | 18 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.2 °C | 15.0 °C | −8.5 °C | 55 | 92 | 14 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.3 °C | 19.8 °C | −4.7 °C | 76 | 131 | 7 | 0 |
| Apr | 10.3 °C | 23.9 °C | −1.1 °C | 72 | 156 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 14.3 °C | 28.1 °C | 3.8 °C | 101 | 168 | 0 | 5 |
| Jun | 17.5 °C | 31.1 °C | 7.1 °C | 121 | 181 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 19.1 °C | 32.3 °C | 9.6 °C | 132 | 197 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 18.9 °C | 31.2 °C | 9.1 °C | 148 | 183 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.9 °C | 26.6 °C | 5.1 °C | 100 | 147 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 11.0 °C | 24.0 °C | 0.6 °C | 81 | 114 | 1 | 1 |
| Nov | 5.7 °C | 19.4 °C | −4.3 °C | 78 | 67 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.0 °C | 14.7 °C | −8.4 °C | 78 | 55 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 10.3 °C | 32.3 °C | −10.1 °C | 1109 | 1563 | 66 | 54 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Bad Ragaz (10 km, 497 m), Elm (17 km, 958 m), Vaduz (18 km, 457 m), adjusted to the elevation of Mels (494 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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- Weather Wartau
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- Weather Balzers
- Weather Quarten
- Weather Trin
- Weather Landquart
- Weather Untervaz
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Mels
What is the weather in Mels today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Mels, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Mels?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Mels.
Will it rain tomorrow in Mels?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Mels.
What is the air quality in Mels?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Mels.
Are there weather alerts for Mels?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Mels located?
Mels sits at around 494 m above sea level in the canton of St. Gallen. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Mels?
The warmest month in Mels is July, averaging 19.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Mels per year?
Mels receives about 1109 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (148 mm), the driest February (55 mm).
When is the best time to visit Mels?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.1 °C on average, 197 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.