Splügen Pass
The Splügen Pass is a mountain pass at 2113 m (Graubünden). Access: road; usually open mai–novembre. 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 Splügen Pass: 1991–2020 normals
In Splügen Pass (2113 m), the mean annual temperature is 1.7 °C. The warmest month is July (10.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (−5.8 °C). About 1986 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (227 mm) with a minimum in February (72 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 20.5 °C and the absolute minimum −17.2 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −5.8 °C | 5.6 °C | −17.2 °C | 93 |
| Feb | −5.6 °C | 6.1 °C | −16.2 °C | 72 |
| Mar | −2.9 °C | 8.0 °C | −13.8 °C | 97 |
| Apr | −0.0 °C | 10.6 °C | −10.0 °C | 161 |
| May | 4.1 °C | 15.3 °C | −4.8 °C | 204 |
| Jun | 8.3 °C | 19.6 °C | −0.9 °C | 210 |
| Jul | 10.4 °C | 20.5 °C | 1.6 °C | 197 |
| Aug | 10.1 °C | 20.3 °C | 0.9 °C | 227 |
| Sep | 6.3 °C | 16.6 °C | −2.6 °C | 200 |
| Oct | 2.8 °C | 13.8 °C | −6.9 °C | 215 |
| Nov | −1.9 °C | 9.5 °C | −11.9 °C | 205 |
| Dec | −4.9 °C | 6.1 °C | −15.6 °C | 105 |
| Year | 1.7 °C | 20.5 °C | −17.2 °C | 1986 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations S. Bernardino (12 km, 1639 m), Piz Martegnas (17 km, 2668 m), Grono (31 km, 324 m), adjusted to the elevation of Splügen Pass (2113 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about the weather: Splügen Pass
Is the Splügen Pass open?
The Splügen Pass is usually accessible mai–novembre. 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 Splügen Pass?
Expect about 10 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2113 m is about 1.7 °C; the coldest month is January (−5.8 °C).
Can it snow at the Splügen 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 Splügen Pass?
The warmest month in Splügen Pass is July, averaging 10.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −5.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Splügen Pass per year?
Splügen Pass receives about 1986 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (227 mm), the driest February (72 mm).
When is the best time to visit Splügen Pass?
For warmth and sunshine: July (10.4 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−5.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.