Klosters ski resort
Klosters is a ski resort in the canton of Graubünden, in the municipality of Klosters. The village sits at 1200 m and the ski area (Davos Klosters) tops out at 2844 m (Weissfluhgipfel), a vertical drop of 1644 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 2844 m.
Snow and season in Klosters
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 (1200 m) and the slopes (2844 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 Klosters: 1991–2020 normals
In Klosters (1200 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.5 °C. The warmest month is August (14.9 °C on average) and the coldest February (−1.2 °C). About 941 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (132 mm) with a minimum in February (49 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.1 °C and the absolute minimum −13.6 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −1.1 °C | 9.3 °C | −13.2 °C | 66 |
| Feb | −1.2 °C | 10.7 °C | −13.6 °C | 49 |
| Mar | 1.5 °C | 13.0 °C | −10.9 °C | 55 |
| Apr | 4.8 °C | 16.1 °C | −6.4 °C | 50 |
| May | 9.1 °C | 20.9 °C | −0.4 °C | 78 |
| Jun | 12.9 °C | 25.6 °C | 3.0 °C | 113 |
| Jul | 14.8 °C | 27.1 °C | 5.3 °C | 119 |
| Aug | 14.9 °C | 26.6 °C | 4.8 °C | 132 |
| Sep | 11.1 °C | 22.9 °C | 1.6 °C | 84 |
| Oct | 7.9 °C | 20.1 °C | −2.9 °C | 67 |
| Nov | 3.1 °C | 15.2 °C | −8.2 °C | 63 |
| Dec | −0.1 °C | 10.4 °C | −11.8 °C | 64 |
| Year | 6.5 °C | 27.1 °C | −13.6 °C | 941 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Davos (10 km, 1594 m), Weissfluhjoch (13 km, 2691 m), Naluns / Schlivera (22 km, 2380 m), adjusted to the elevation of Klosters (1200 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Davos (14 km · 1560–2844 m)
- Weather Arosa (24 km · 1775–2653 m)
- Weather Zuoz (27 km · 1716–2465 m)
- Weather Scuol (29 km · 1250–2800 m)
- Weather Samnaun (32 km · 1840–2872 m)
- Weather Brambrüesch (Chur) (34 km · 1600–2174 m)
⛷️ Ski resorts Canton Graubünden
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Davos
- Weather Scuol
- Weather Conters im Prättigau
- Weather Küblis
- Weather Zernez
- Weather Fideris
- Weather Valsot
- Weather Luzein
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Klosters
How high is Klosters?
The village of Klosters is at 1200 m and the ski area rises to 2844 m (Weissfluhgipfel), a vertical drop of 1644 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Klosters?
Expect about 10 °C less at the summit (2844 m) than in the village (1200 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2844 m.
When does it snow in Klosters?
In the village (1200 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from December to March (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 Klosters?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Weissfluhgipfel (2844 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 Klosters?
The warmest month in Klosters is August, averaging 14.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at −1.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Klosters per year?
Klosters receives about 941 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (132 mm), the driest February (49 mm).
When is the best time to visit Klosters?
For warmth and sunshine: August (14.9 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is February (−1.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.