Chäserrugg (Churfirsten)
The Chäserrugg (Churfirsten) rises to 2262 m (St. Gallen). 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 Chäserrugg (Churfirsten): 1991–2020 normals
In Chäserrugg (Churfirsten) (2262 m), the mean annual temperature is 0.4 °C. The warmest month is August (8.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (−7.0 °C). About 2268 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (242 mm) with a minimum in April (142 mm). The sun shines for about 1757 hours a year, mostly in August (168 h). On average there are 237 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 19.9 °C and the absolute minimum −18.3 °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 | −7.0 °C | 4.2 °C | −18.3 °C | 187 | 125 | 31 | 0 |
| Feb | −6.9 °C | 5.1 °C | −18.0 °C | 156 | 130 | 28 | 0 |
| Mar | −4.1 °C | 7.5 °C | −15.1 °C | 187 | 153 | 30 | 0 |
| Apr | −0.9 °C | 10.4 °C | −11.7 °C | 142 | 159 | 26 | 0 |
| May | 3.2 °C | 14.7 °C | −6.8 °C | 193 | 160 | 19 | 0 |
| Jun | 6.6 °C | 18.6 °C | −3.1 °C | 214 | 157 | 10 | 0 |
| Jul | 8.4 °C | 19.9 °C | −0.6 °C | 242 | 165 | 5 | 0 |
| Aug | 8.5 °C | 19.4 °C | −1.1 °C | 240 | 168 | 4 | 0 |
| Sep | 4.8 °C | 15.6 °C | −4.7 °C | 184 | 155 | 12 | 0 |
| Oct | 1.7 °C | 12.9 °C | −8.9 °C | 156 | 158 | 17 | 0 |
| Nov | −3.1 °C | 8.9 °C | −13.6 °C | 159 | 117 | 26 | 0 |
| Dec | −6.1 °C | 5.0 °C | −16.9 °C | 208 | 110 | 30 | 0 |
| Year | 0.4 °C | 19.9 °C | −18.3 °C | 2268 | 1757 | 237 | 0 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Säntis (11 km, 2501 m), Vaduz (16 km, 457 m), Ebnat-Kappel (21 km, 623 m), adjusted to the elevation of Chäserrugg (Churfirsten) (2262 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Passes & summits
- Weather Säntis (11 km · 2502 m)
- Weather Kronberg (16 km · 1663 m)
- Weather Hoher Kasten (18 km · 1795 m)
- Weather Pragel Pass (38 km · 1550 m)
- Weather Ibergeregg Pass (46 km · 1406 m)
- Weather Klausen Pass (47 km · 1948 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Walenstadt (5 km)
- Weather Sevelen (10 km)
- Weather Flums (11 km)
- Weather Wildhaus-Alt St. Johann (11 km)
- Weather Nesslau (11 km)
- Weather Gams (12 km)
- Weather Grabs (13 km)
- Weather Buchs (SG) (14 km)
Passes & summits Weather Walenstadt
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Chäserrugg (Churfirsten)
Is the Chäserrugg (Churfirsten) open?
The Chäserrugg (Churfirsten) 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 Chäserrugg (Churfirsten)?
Expect about 11 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2262 m is about 0.4 °C; the coldest month is January (−7.0 °C).
Can it snow at the Chäserrugg (Churfirsten) 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 Chäserrugg (Churfirsten)?
The warmest month in Chäserrugg (Churfirsten) is August, averaging 8.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −7.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Chäserrugg (Churfirsten) per year?
Chäserrugg (Churfirsten) receives about 2268 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (242 mm), the driest April (142 mm).
When is the best time to visit Chäserrugg (Churfirsten)?
For warmth and sunshine: August (8.5 °C on average, 168 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−7.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.