Disentis ski resort
Disentis is a ski resort in the canton of Graubünden, in the municipality of Disentis/Mustér. The village sits at 1150 m and the ski area (Andermatt-Sedrun-Disentis) tops out at 2833 m (Péz Ault), a vertical drop of 1683 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 2833 m.
Snow and season in Disentis
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 (1150 m) and the slopes (2833 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 Disentis: 1991–2020 normals
In Disentis (1150 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.3 °C. The warmest month is July (16.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.8 °C). About 1118 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (132 mm) with a minimum in February (50 mm). The sun shines for about 1583 hours a year, mostly in July (197 h). On average there are 122 frost days and 2 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.6 °C and the absolute minimum −11.5 °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 | −0.8 °C | 9.8 °C | −11.5 °C | 67 | 86 | 26 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.5 °C | 11.6 °C | −11.3 °C | 50 | 96 | 23 | 0 |
| Mar | 2.8 °C | 15.8 °C | −8.4 °C | 67 | 137 | 18 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.4 °C | 18.9 °C | −4.5 °C | 82 | 142 | 10 | 0 |
| May | 10.5 °C | 23.6 °C | 0.5 °C | 109 | 149 | 1 | 0 |
| Jun | 14.2 °C | 28.0 °C | 3.5 °C | 112 | 173 | 0 | 6 |
| Jul | 16.0 °C | 28.6 °C | 6.3 °C | 109 | 197 | 0 | 9 |
| Aug | 15.7 °C | 28.1 °C | 6.0 °C | 132 | 183 | 0 | 8 |
| Sep | 11.9 °C | 24.0 °C | 2.0 °C | 110 | 155 | 0 | 1 |
| Oct | 8.3 °C | 20.4 °C | −1.7 °C | 103 | 118 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.3 °C | 15.3 °C | −6.6 °C | 103 | 75 | 15 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.1 °C | 11.3 °C | −10.7 °C | 74 | 72 | 23 | 0 |
| Year | 7.3 °C | 28.6 °C | −11.5 °C | 1118 | 1583 | 122 | 23 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Disentis (4 km, 1197 m), Gütsch, Andermatt (20 km, 2286 m), Altdorf (23 km, 438 m), adjusted to the elevation of Disentis (1150 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Brigels (14 km · 1289–2418 m)
- Weather Sedrun (15 km · 1450–2600 m)
- Weather Obersaxen Mundaun (17 km · 1300–2310 m)
- Weather Campo Blenio (21 km · 1200–1500 m)
- Weather Andermatt (22 km · 1444–2961 m)
- Weather Braunwald (24 km · 1256–1900 m)
⛷️ Ski resorts Canton Graubünden
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Sumvitg
- Weather Medel (Lucmagn)
- Weather Tujetsch
- Weather Trun
- Weather Breil/Brigels
- Weather Silenen
- Weather Gurtnellen
- Weather Spiringen
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Disentis
How high is Disentis?
The village of Disentis is at 1150 m and the ski area rises to 2833 m (Péz Ault), a vertical drop of 1683 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Disentis?
Expect about 10 °C less at the summit (2833 m) than in the village (1150 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2833 m.
When does it snow in Disentis?
In the village (1150 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 Disentis?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Péz Ault (2833 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 Disentis?
The warmest month in Disentis is July, averaging 16.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Disentis per year?
Disentis receives about 1118 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (132 mm), the driest February (50 mm).
When is the best time to visit Disentis?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.0 °C on average, 197 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.