Bernina Pass
The Bernina Pass is a mountain pass at 2328 m (Graubünden). Access: road + railway; usually open toute l'année. 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 Bernina Pass: 1991–2020 normals
In Bernina Pass (2328 m), the mean annual temperature is 0.8 °C. The warmest month is July (9.8 °C on average) and the coldest February (−7.2 °C). About 1602 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in November (193 mm) with a minimum in February (71 mm). On average there are 216 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 20.6 °C and the absolute minimum −19.3 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −7.1 °C | 2.9 °C | −18.7 °C | 97 | 31 | 0 |
| Feb | −7.2 °C | 3.6 °C | −19.3 °C | 71 | 28 | 0 |
| Mar | −4.6 °C | 5.6 °C | −16.5 °C | 86 | 31 | 0 |
| Apr | −1.3 °C | 8.7 °C | −13.5 °C | 129 | 27 | 0 |
| May | 3.3 °C | 15.3 °C | −6.4 °C | 140 | 15 | 0 |
| Jun | 7.6 °C | 20.0 °C | −2.4 °C | 162 | 4 | 0 |
| Jul | 9.8 °C | 20.6 °C | 0.2 °C | 138 | 1 | 0 |
| Aug | 9.6 °C | 20.4 °C | −0.4 °C | 154 | 2 | 0 |
| Sep | 5.6 °C | 16.2 °C | −3.7 °C | 143 | 6 | 0 |
| Oct | 2.1 °C | 12.3 °C | −8.4 °C | 188 | 15 | 0 |
| Nov | −2.8 °C | 7.7 °C | −13.4 °C | 193 | 26 | 0 |
| Dec | −5.9 °C | 4.0 °C | −17.4 °C | 102 | 31 | 0 |
| Year | 0.8 °C | 20.6 °C | −19.3 °C | 1602 | 216 | 0 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Passo del Bernina (0 km, 2260 m), Poschiavo / Robbia (8 km, 1078 m), Piz Corvatsch (15 km, 3294 m), adjusted to the elevation of Bernina Pass (2328 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Nearby municipalities
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- Weather Brusio (17 km)
- Weather Silvaplana (18 km)
- Weather Sils im Engadin/Segl (19 km)
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Frequently asked questions about the weather: Bernina Pass
Is the Bernina Pass open?
The Bernina Pass 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 Bernina Pass?
Expect about 11 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2328 m is about 0.8 °C; the coldest month is February (−7.2 °C).
Can it snow at the Bernina 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 Bernina Pass?
The warmest month in Bernina Pass is July, averaging 9.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at −7.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Bernina Pass per year?
Bernina Pass receives about 1602 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is November (193 mm), the driest February (71 mm).
When is the best time to visit Bernina Pass?
For warmth and sunshine: July (9.8 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is February (−7.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.