Umbrail Pass
The Umbrail Pass is a mountain pass at 2501 m (Graubünden). Access: road; usually open juin–octobre. The weather above is computed at the exact pass altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section gives 7-day snowfall, gusts and the snow line — check it before crossing by car, motorbike or bike.
Climate of Umbrail Pass: 1991–2020 normals
In Umbrail Pass (2501 m), the mean annual temperature is −0.1 °C. The warmest month is July (9.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (−9.2 °C). About 1014 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (140 mm) with a minimum in February (37 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 21.1 °C and the absolute minimum −20.3 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −9.2 °C | 1.7 °C | −20.3 °C | 41 |
| Feb | −8.2 °C | 4.5 °C | −19.7 °C | 37 |
| Mar | −4.5 °C | 8.3 °C | −16.9 °C | 47 |
| Apr | −0.5 °C | 12.1 °C | −12.3 °C | 64 |
| May | 4.0 °C | 16.7 °C | −6.8 °C | 80 |
| Jun | 7.8 °C | 20.8 °C | −3.0 °C | 117 |
| Jul | 9.4 °C | 21.1 °C | −0.8 °C | 127 |
| Aug | 8.8 °C | 20.3 °C | −1.5 °C | 140 |
| Sep | 4.6 °C | 15.7 °C | −5.2 °C | 98 |
| Oct | 0.2 °C | 11.6 °C | −9.8 °C | 112 |
| Nov | −4.8 °C | 6.6 °C | −14.8 °C | 97 |
| Dec | −8.5 °C | 1.9 °C | −19.1 °C | 54 |
| Year | −0.1 °C | 21.1 °C | −20.3 °C | 1014 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Sta. Maria, Val Müstair (6 km, 1386 m), Buffalora (17 km, 1971 m), Scuol (30 km, 1304 m), adjusted to the elevation of Umbrail Pass (2501 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about the weather: Umbrail Pass
Is the Umbrail Pass open?
The Umbrail Pass is usually accessible juin–octobre. The official status depends on snow and roadworks (check TCS or the canton); the snow forecast above helps anticipate closures.
How cold is it at the Umbrail Pass?
Expect about 12 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2501 m is about −0.1 °C; the coldest month is January (−9.2 °C).
Can it snow at the Umbrail Pass in summer?
Yes: above 2000 m, snow can fall in any season during cold spells. Watch the freezing level and the forecast snowfall in the dedicated section.
What is the warmest month in Umbrail Pass?
The warmest month in Umbrail Pass is July, averaging 9.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −9.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Umbrail Pass per year?
Umbrail Pass receives about 1014 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (140 mm), the driest February (37 mm).
When is the best time to visit Umbrail Pass?
For warmth and sunshine: July (9.4 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−9.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.