About Realp
Realp is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Uri (UR), at 46.577° latitude and 8.473° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Realp, Realp benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Realp
The climate in Realp is characteristic of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. 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 Realp and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Realp: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Realp: 1991–2020 normals
In Realp (2235 m), the mean annual temperature is 0.6 °C. The warmest month is August (9.0 °C on average) and the coldest February (−7.1 °C). About 1726 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in November (160 mm) with a minimum in February (130 mm). The sun shines for about 1594 hours a year, mostly in July (191 h). On average there are 199 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 19.7 °C and the absolute minimum −19.6 °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 | −7.0 °C | 3.7 °C | −19.1 °C | 150 | 92 | 30 | 0 |
| Feb | −7.1 °C | 4.0 °C | −19.6 °C | 130 | 107 | 28 | 0 |
| Mar | −4.2 °C | 5.7 °C | −16.5 °C | 143 | 139 | 29 | 0 |
| Apr | −1.0 °C | 8.1 °C | −12.1 °C | 137 | 135 | 24 | 0 |
| May | 3.2 °C | 13.5 °C | −6.4 °C | 157 | 145 | 12 | 0 |
| Jun | 7.0 °C | 18.6 °C | −2.7 °C | 141 | 168 | 4 | 0 |
| Jul | 8.9 °C | 19.6 °C | −0.2 °C | 130 | 191 | 1 | 0 |
| Aug | 9.0 °C | 19.7 °C | −1.0 °C | 151 | 184 | 1 | 0 |
| Sep | 5.4 °C | 15.9 °C | −4.1 °C | 140 | 151 | 6 | 0 |
| Oct | 2.2 °C | 13.5 °C | −8.1 °C | 134 | 126 | 12 | 0 |
| Nov | −2.8 °C | 8.6 °C | −14.0 °C | 160 | 80 | 23 | 0 |
| Dec | −6.0 °C | 4.6 °C | −18.0 °C | 152 | 76 | 30 | 0 |
| Year | 0.6 °C | 19.7 °C | −19.6 °C | 1726 | 1594 | 199 | 0 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Andermatt (10 km, 1435 m), Grimsel Hospiz (11 km, 1980 m), Gütsch, Andermatt (14 km, 2286 m), adjusted to the elevation of Realp (2235 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Realp:
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- Weather Hospental
- Weather Göschenen
- Weather Airolo
- Weather Andermatt
- Weather Guttannen
- Weather Wassen
- Weather Obergoms
- Weather Goms
- Weather Quinto
- Weather Innertkirchen
- Weather Tujetsch
Frequently asked questions about weather in Realp
What is the weather in Realp today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Realp, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Realp?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Realp.
Will it rain tomorrow in Realp?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Realp.
What is the air quality in Realp?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Realp.
Are there weather alerts for Realp?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Realp located?
Realp sits at around 2235 m above sea level in the canton of Uri. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Realp?
The warmest month in Realp is August, averaging 9.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at −7.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Realp per year?
Realp receives about 1726 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is November (160 mm), the driest February (130 mm).
When is the best time to visit Realp?
For warmth and sunshine: August (9.0 °C on average, 184 h of sun). The coldest month is February (−7.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.