Airolo-Pesciüm ski resort
Airolo-Pesciüm is a ski resort in the canton of Ticino, in the municipality of Airolo. The village sits at 1175 m and the ski area (Airolo) tops out at 2250 m (Sasso della Boggia), a vertical drop of 1075 m. The forecast at the top of the page is computed for the village altitude; the “Summit weather” section gives temperature, snow, wind and freezing level at 2250 m.
Snow and season in Airolo-Pesciüm
Above 1000 m expect reliable winter snow and cool nights even in summer; ideal for skiing and hiking.
To judge conditions, compare the snow line (≈ 300 m below the freezing level) with the village (1175 m) and the slopes (2250 m); above 50–60 km/h of summit wind, exposed lifts may close; a warm front lifts the freezing level within hours, a cold front brings snow down to the valley.
Climate of Airolo-Pesciüm: 1991–2020 normals
In Airolo-Pesciüm (1175 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.9 °C. The warmest month is July (16.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.9 °C). About 1545 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in November (166 mm) with a minimum in February (68 mm). The sun shines for about 1544 hours a year, mostly in July (208 h). On average there are 126 frost days and 2 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.2 °C and the absolute minimum −12.8 °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 | −1.9 °C | 8.8 °C | −12.8 °C | 84 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.9 °C | 10.9 °C | −12.0 °C | 68 | 109 | 24 | 0 |
| Mar | 2.7 °C | 15.1 °C | −8.3 °C | 90 | 165 | 17 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.2 °C | 18.3 °C | −4.3 °C | 132 | 165 | 7 | 0 |
| May | 10.3 °C | 22.4 °C | 0.6 °C | 155 | 161 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 14.2 °C | 26.8 °C | 4.3 °C | 154 | 183 | 0 | 7 |
| Jul | 16.2 °C | 27.2 °C | 6.7 °C | 127 | 208 | 0 | 12 |
| Aug | 15.7 °C | 26.6 °C | 5.9 °C | 156 | 194 | 0 | 9 |
| Sep | 11.8 °C | 22.6 °C | 2.3 °C | 156 | 163 | 0 | 1 |
| Oct | 7.5 °C | 18.1 °C | −2.2 °C | 164 | 118 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 2.4 °C | 13.3 °C | −7.3 °C | 166 | 45 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | −1.1 °C | 9.5 °C | −11.4 °C | 94 | 5 | 26 | 0 |
| Year | 6.9 °C | 27.2 °C | −12.8 °C | 1545 | 1544 | 126 | 30 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Piotta (7 km, 990 m), Andermatt (11 km, 1435 m), Robièi (13 km, 1898 m), adjusted to the elevation of Airolo-Pesciüm (1175 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Andermatt (9 km · 1444–2961 m)
- Weather Sedrun (14 km · 1450–2600 m)
- Weather Obergoms (17 km · 1370–2100 m)
- Weather Carì (17 km · 1640–2170 m)
- Weather Campo Blenio (21 km · 1200–1500 m)
- Weather Nara (24 km · 1350–2000 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Bedretto
- Weather Hospental
- Weather Andermatt
- Weather Quinto
- Weather Realp
- Weather Dalpe
- Weather Göschenen
- Weather Wassen
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Airolo-Pesciüm
How high is Airolo-Pesciüm?
The village of Airolo-Pesciüm is at 1175 m and the ski area rises to 2250 m (Sasso della Boggia), a vertical drop of 1075 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Airolo-Pesciüm?
Expect about 6 °C less at the summit (2250 m) than in the village (1175 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2250 m.
When does it snow in Airolo-Pesciüm?
In the village (1175 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from December to February (1991–2020 normals), when precipitation mostly falls as snow. Higher up, snow can fall in any season.
Where can I see the weather on the slopes of Airolo-Pesciüm?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Sasso della Boggia (2250 m), min/max temperature, 7-day snowfall, wind and gusts, plus the freezing level and the estimated snow line.
What is the warmest month in Airolo-Pesciüm?
The warmest month in Airolo-Pesciüm is July, averaging 16.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.9 °C.
How much does it rain in Airolo-Pesciüm per year?
Airolo-Pesciüm receives about 1545 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is November (166 mm), the driest February (68 mm).
When is the best time to visit Airolo-Pesciüm?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.2 °C on average, 208 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.9 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.