Klausen Pass
The Klausen Pass is a mountain pass at 1948 m (Uri, Glarus). Access: road; usually open mai–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 Klausen Pass: 1991–2020 normals
In Klausen Pass (1948 m), the mean annual temperature is 2.3 °C. The warmest month is July (11.1 °C on average) and the coldest January (−6.3 °C). About 1602 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (201 mm) with a minimum in February (78 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 23.7 °C and the absolute minimum −16.5 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −6.3 °C | 5.3 °C | −16.5 °C | 95 |
| Feb | −5.7 °C | 6.4 °C | −16.1 °C | 78 |
| Mar | −2.0 °C | 11.1 °C | −12.8 °C | 99 |
| Apr | 1.9 °C | 14.8 °C | −9.3 °C | 109 |
| May | 6.0 °C | 19.4 °C | −4.6 °C | 153 |
| Jun | 9.4 °C | 23.1 °C | −1.0 °C | 176 |
| Jul | 11.1 °C | 23.7 °C | 1.5 °C | 183 |
| Aug | 10.7 °C | 22.9 °C | 1.0 °C | 201 |
| Sep | 6.9 °C | 18.5 °C | −2.7 °C | 147 |
| Oct | 2.9 °C | 15.2 °C | −7.0 °C | 125 |
| Nov | −2.1 °C | 10.7 °C | −11.9 °C | 122 |
| Dec | −5.5 °C | 6.5 °C | −15.7 °C | 112 |
| Year | 2.3 °C | 23.7 °C | −16.5 °C | 1602 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Altdorf (18 km, 438 m), Disentis (18 km, 1197 m), Glarus (24 km, 517 m), adjusted to the elevation of Klausen Pass (1948 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about the weather: Klausen Pass
Is the Klausen Pass open?
The Klausen Pass is usually accessible mai–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 Klausen Pass?
Expect about 9 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 1948 m is about 2.3 °C; the coldest month is January (−6.3 °C).
Can it snow at the Klausen 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 Klausen Pass?
The warmest month in Klausen Pass is July, averaging 11.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −6.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Klausen Pass per year?
Klausen Pass receives about 1602 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (201 mm), the driest February (78 mm).
When is the best time to visit Klausen Pass?
For warmth and sunshine: July (11.1 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−6.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.