Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise)
The Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise) rises to 3883 m (Valais). Access: cable car; season: toute l'année. The weather above is computed at summit altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section shows 7-day snowfall, wind, gusts and the snow line — to pick the right day (visibility, cold, wind).
Climate of Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise): 1991–2020 normals
In Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise) (3883 m), the mean annual temperature is −6.9 °C. The warmest month is July (1.1 °C on average) and the coldest February (−14.1 °C). About 914 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (109 mm) with a minimum in February (43 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 11.2 °C and the absolute minimum −25.3 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −13.8 °C | −3.5 °C | −25.3 °C | 60 |
| Feb | −14.1 °C | −2.8 °C | −25.2 °C | 43 |
| Mar | −11.8 °C | −1.3 °C | −23.8 °C | 48 |
| Apr | −9.0 °C | 1.5 °C | −19.6 °C | 58 |
| May | −4.9 °C | 5.8 °C | −14.7 °C | 109 |
| Jun | −1.0 °C | 10.2 °C | −10.8 °C | 100 |
| Jul | 1.1 °C | 11.2 °C | −8.1 °C | 88 |
| Aug | 1.1 °C | 11.2 °C | −8.8 °C | 99 |
| Sep | −2.2 °C | 8.1 °C | −11.7 °C | 72 |
| Oct | −5.2 °C | 5.3 °C | −16.1 °C | 79 |
| Nov | −10.2 °C | 2.1 °C | −21.6 °C | 89 |
| Dec | −12.8 °C | −2.7 °C | −24.0 °C | 68 |
| Year | −6.9 °C | 11.2 °C | −25.3 °C | 914 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Gornergrat (7 km, 3129 m), Zermatt (10 km, 1638 m), Evolène / Villa (26 km, 1825 m), adjusted to the elevation of Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise) (3883 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Passes & summits
- Weather Gornergrat (6 km · 3089 m)
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- Weather Mont-Fort (37 km · 3329 m)
- Weather Simplon Pass (42 km · 2005 m)
- Weather Great St Bernard Pass (44 km · 2469 m)
- Weather Gemmi Pass (52 km · 2270 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Zermatt (8 km)
- Weather Täsch (14 km)
- Weather Randa (18 km)
- Weather Saas-Fee (21 km)
- Weather Saas-Almagell (23 km)
- Weather Saas-Balen (25 km)
- Weather St. Niklaus (25 km)
- Weather Oberems (27 km)
Passes & summits Weather Zermatt
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise)
Is the Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise) open?
The Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise) is usually accessible 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 Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise)?
Expect about 21 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 3883 m is about −6.9 °C; the coldest month is February (−14.1 °C).
Can it snow at the Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise) 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 Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise)?
The warmest month in Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise) is July, averaging 1.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at −14.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise) per year?
Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise) receives about 914 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (109 mm), the driest February (43 mm).
When is the best time to visit Klein Matterhorn (Matterhorn Glacier Paradise)?
For warmth and sunshine: July (1.1 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is February (−14.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.