Gotthard Pass
The Gotthard Pass is a mountain pass at 2106 m (Ticino, Uri). Access: road; usually open juin–octobre (tunnel toute l'année). 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 Gotthard Pass: 1991–2020 normals
In Gotthard Pass (2106 m), the mean annual temperature is 1.4 °C. The warmest month is July (10.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (−7.0 °C). About 1613 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (161 mm) with a minimum in February (92 mm). The sun shines for about 1865 hours a year, mostly in July (214 h). On average there are 217 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 21.7 °C and the absolute minimum −19.1 °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 | −7.0 °C | 4.1 °C | −19.0 °C | 109 | 126 | 30 | 0 |
| Feb | −6.5 °C | 5.3 °C | −19.1 °C | 92 | 127 | 27 | 0 |
| Mar | −3.2 °C | 8.4 °C | −15.5 °C | 109 | 157 | 30 | 0 |
| Apr | 0.3 °C | 11.3 °C | −11.0 °C | 127 | 155 | 26 | 0 |
| May | 4.5 °C | 16.1 °C | −5.4 °C | 155 | 162 | 16 | 0 |
| Jun | 8.3 °C | 21.0 °C | −1.7 °C | 154 | 185 | 6 | 0 |
| Jul | 10.2 °C | 21.7 °C | 0.6 °C | 133 | 214 | 2 | 0 |
| Aug | 10.0 °C | 21.4 °C | −0.2 °C | 161 | 208 | 1 | 0 |
| Sep | 6.2 °C | 17.6 °C | −3.6 °C | 150 | 170 | 8 | 0 |
| Oct | 2.5 °C | 13.8 °C | −7.9 °C | 146 | 145 | 15 | 0 |
| Nov | −2.7 °C | 8.9 °C | −13.8 °C | 159 | 107 | 25 | 0 |
| Dec | −6.1 °C | 4.7 °C | −17.9 °C | 118 | 109 | 30 | 0 |
| Year | 1.4 °C | 21.7 °C | −19.1 °C | 1613 | 1865 | 217 | 0 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Andermatt (8 km, 1435 m), Piotta (11 km, 990 m), Gütsch, Andermatt (11 km, 2286 m), adjusted to the elevation of Gotthard Pass (2106 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about the weather: Gotthard Pass
Is the Gotthard Pass open?
The Gotthard Pass is usually accessible juin–octobre (tunnel toute l'année). 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 Gotthard Pass?
Expect about 10 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2106 m is about 1.4 °C; the coldest month is January (−7.0 °C).
Can it snow at the Gotthard 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 Gotthard Pass?
The warmest month in Gotthard Pass is July, averaging 10.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −7.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Gotthard Pass per year?
Gotthard Pass receives about 1613 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (161 mm), the driest February (92 mm).
When is the best time to visit Gotthard Pass?
For warmth and sunshine: July (10.2 °C on average, 214 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−7.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.