About Pontresina
Pontresina is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Graubünden (GR), at 46.436° latitude and 9.935° longitude. The municipality is part of the eastern Alps, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers. Also known as Pontresina, Pontresina benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Pontresina
The climate in Pontresina 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 Pontresina and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Pontresina: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Pontresina: 1991–2020 normals
In Pontresina (1780 m), the mean annual temperature is 3.3 °C. The warmest month is July (12.1 °C on average) and the coldest February (−4.7 °C). About 1025 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in November (116 mm) with a minimum in February (43 mm). The sun shines for about 1766 hours a year, mostly in July (199 h). On average there are 225 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 22.3 °C and the absolute minimum −18.0 °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 | −4.6 °C | 6.1 °C | −17.7 °C | 58 | 120 | 31 | 0 |
| Feb | −4.7 °C | 6.7 °C | −18.0 °C | 43 | 121 | 28 | 0 |
| Mar | −1.9 °C | 8.5 °C | −15.1 °C | 52 | 147 | 30 | 0 |
| Apr | 1.4 °C | 11.4 °C | −10.9 °C | 78 | 150 | 26 | 0 |
| May | 5.9 °C | 16.7 °C | −4.2 °C | 93 | 164 | 14 | 0 |
| Jun | 9.9 °C | 21.2 °C | −0.3 °C | 109 | 186 | 4 | 1 |
| Jul | 12.1 °C | 22.3 °C | 2.2 °C | 97 | 199 | 2 | 2 |
| Aug | 12.0 °C | 22.1 °C | 1.7 °C | 108 | 181 | 2 | 1 |
| Sep | 8.1 °C | 18.1 °C | −1.9 °C | 92 | 155 | 10 | 0 |
| Oct | 4.8 °C | 14.8 °C | −6.6 °C | 116 | 138 | 21 | 0 |
| Nov | −0.1 °C | 10.7 °C | −12.1 °C | 116 | 103 | 27 | 0 |
| Dec | −3.5 °C | 6.8 °C | −16.2 °C | 64 | 102 | 31 | 0 |
| Year | 3.3 °C | 22.3 °C | −18.0 °C | 1025 | 1766 | 225 | 4 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Passo del Bernina (7 km, 2260 m), Piz Corvatsch (9 km, 3294 m), Samedan (11 km, 1709 m), adjusted to the elevation of Pontresina (1780 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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- Weather Samedan
- Weather Madulain
- Weather Zuoz
- Weather Bever
- Weather S-chanf
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Pontresina
What is the weather in Pontresina today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Pontresina, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Pontresina?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Pontresina.
Will it rain tomorrow in Pontresina?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Pontresina.
What is the air quality in Pontresina?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Pontresina.
Are there weather alerts for Pontresina?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Pontresina located?
Pontresina sits at around 1780 m above sea level in the canton of Graubünden. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Pontresina?
The warmest month in Pontresina is July, averaging 12.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at −4.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Pontresina per year?
Pontresina receives about 1025 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is November (116 mm), the driest February (43 mm).
When is the best time to visit Pontresina?
For warmth and sunshine: July (12.1 °C on average, 199 h of sun). The coldest month is February (−4.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.