Albula Pass
The Albula Pass is a mountain pass at 2312 m (Graubünden). Access: road; usually open juin–octobre. The weather above is computed at the exact pass altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section gives 7-day snowfall, gusts and the snow line — check it before crossing by car, motorbike or bike.
Climate of Albula Pass: 1991–2020 normals
In Albula Pass (2312 m), the mean annual temperature is −0.7 °C. The warmest month is July (8.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (−11.0 °C). About 848 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (116 mm) with a minimum in February (25 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 20.8 °C and the absolute minimum −28.1 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −11.0 °C | 2.6 °C | −28.1 °C | 37 |
| Feb | −9.9 °C | 4.3 °C | −27.8 °C | 25 |
| Mar | −5.5 °C | 7.2 °C | −22.9 °C | 32 |
| Apr | −1.4 °C | 11.0 °C | −15.7 °C | 48 |
| May | 3.4 °C | 15.6 °C | −8.8 °C | 80 |
| Jun | 7.1 °C | 19.6 °C | −5.4 °C | 105 |
| Jul | 8.9 °C | 20.8 °C | −3.5 °C | 100 |
| Aug | 8.6 °C | 20.4 °C | −3.9 °C | 116 |
| Sep | 4.7 °C | 16.6 °C | −7.8 °C | 85 |
| Oct | 0.6 °C | 13.5 °C | −13.0 °C | 91 |
| Nov | −4.8 °C | 8.9 °C | −20.0 °C | 84 |
| Dec | −9.4 °C | 3.2 °C | −25.7 °C | 45 |
| Year | −0.7 °C | 20.8 °C | −28.1 °C | 848 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Samedan (7 km, 1709 m), Segl-Maria (18 km, 1804 m), Piz Corvatsch (18 km, 3294 m), adjusted to the elevation of Albula Pass (2312 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about the weather: Albula Pass
Is the Albula Pass open?
The Albula Pass is usually accessible juin–octobre. 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 Albula Pass?
Expect about 11 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2312 m is about −0.7 °C; the coldest month is January (−11.0 °C).
Can it snow at the Albula Pass 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 Albula Pass?
The warmest month in Albula Pass is July, averaging 8.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −11.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Albula Pass per year?
Albula Pass receives about 848 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (116 mm), the driest February (25 mm).
When is the best time to visit Albula Pass?
For warmth and sunshine: July (8.9 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−11.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.