Nara ski resort
Nara is a ski resort in the canton of Ticino, in the municipality of Acquarossa. The village sits at 1350 m and the ski area tops out at 2000 m (Alpe di Nara), a vertical drop of 650 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 2000 m.
Snow and season in Nara
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 (1350 m) and the slopes (2000 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 Nara: 1991–2020 normals
In Nara (1350 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.5 °C. The warmest month is July (15.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.6 °C). About 1534 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (192 mm) with a minimum in February (53 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 25.8 °C and the absolute minimum −10.5 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −1.6 °C | 9.8 °C | −10.5 °C | 69 |
| Feb | −0.8 °C | 10.7 °C | −9.8 °C | 53 |
| Mar | 2.6 °C | 15.0 °C | −7.8 °C | 71 |
| Apr | 5.8 °C | 17.6 °C | −4.6 °C | 124 |
| May | 9.5 °C | 21.4 °C | −0.2 °C | 155 |
| Jun | 13.3 °C | 25.0 °C | 3.6 °C | 156 |
| Jul | 15.2 °C | 25.8 °C | 5.9 °C | 149 |
| Aug | 14.6 °C | 25.3 °C | 5.2 °C | 192 |
| Sep | 10.8 °C | 21.3 °C | 1.7 °C | 152 |
| Oct | 6.8 °C | 17.3 °C | −2.3 °C | 162 |
| Nov | 2.2 °C | 13.1 °C | −6.4 °C | 168 |
| Dec | −0.9 °C | 9.9 °C | −9.7 °C | 83 |
| Year | 6.5 °C | 25.8 °C | −10.5 °C | 1534 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Acquarossa / Comprovasco (3 km, 575 m), Matro (5 km, 2171 m), Piotta (17 km, 990 m), adjusted to the elevation of Nara (1350 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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- Weather Sedrun (22 km · 1450–2600 m)
- Weather Vals (23 km · 1250–2900 m)
- Weather Airolo-Pesciüm (24 km · 1175–2250 m)
Nearby municipalities
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- Weather Dalpe
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Frequently asked questions about the weather in Nara
How high is Nara?
The village of Nara is at 1350 m and the ski area rises to 2000 m (Alpe di Nara), a vertical drop of 650 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Nara?
Expect about 4 °C less at the summit (2000 m) than in the village (1350 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2000 m.
When does it snow in Nara?
In the village (1350 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 Nara?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Alpe di Nara (2000 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 Nara?
The warmest month in Nara is July, averaging 15.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Nara per year?
Nara receives about 1534 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (192 mm), the driest February (53 mm).
When is the best time to visit Nara?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.2 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.