Rhone Glacier
The Rhone Glacier rises to 2300 m (Valais). Access: road; season: juin–octobre. 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 Rhone Glacier: 1991–2020 normals
In Rhone Glacier (2300 m), the mean annual temperature is 0.3 °C. The warmest month is July (8.7 °C on average) and the coldest February (−7.5 °C). About 1928 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in January (187 mm) with a minimum in July (135 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 19.7 °C and the absolute minimum −19.5 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −7.4 °C | 2.4 °C | −19.2 °C | 187 |
| Feb | −7.5 °C | 3.5 °C | −19.5 °C | 164 |
| Mar | −4.6 °C | 5.8 °C | −16.4 °C | 174 |
| Apr | −1.5 °C | 8.6 °C | −12.2 °C | 158 |
| May | 2.8 °C | 14.0 °C | −6.9 °C | 170 |
| Jun | 6.7 °C | 18.6 °C | −3.2 °C | 138 |
| Jul | 8.7 °C | 19.7 °C | −0.6 °C | 135 |
| Aug | 8.7 °C | 19.6 °C | −1.3 °C | 151 |
| Sep | 5.1 °C | 15.6 °C | −4.2 °C | 142 |
| Oct | 1.9 °C | 13.2 °C | −8.1 °C | 144 |
| Nov | −3.0 °C | 7.9 °C | −13.7 °C | 179 |
| Dec | −6.3 °C | 3.6 °C | −17.9 °C | 186 |
| Year | 0.3 °C | 19.7 °C | −19.5 °C | 1928 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Grimsel Hospiz (4 km, 1980 m), Ulrichen (10 km, 1346 m), Andermatt (16 km, 1435 m), adjusted to the elevation of Rhone Glacier (2300 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Nearby municipalities
- Weather Realp (6 km)
- Weather Guttannen (7 km)
- Weather Bedretto (11 km)
- Weather Hospental (14 km)
- Weather Goms (14 km)
- Weather Göschenen (14 km)
- Weather Obergoms (15 km)
- Weather Innertkirchen (17 km)
Passes & summits Weather Realp
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Rhone Glacier
Is the Rhone Glacier open?
The Rhone Glacier 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 Rhone Glacier?
Expect about 11 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2300 m is about 0.3 °C; the coldest month is February (−7.5 °C).
Can it snow at the Rhone Glacier 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 Rhone Glacier?
The warmest month in Rhone Glacier is July, averaging 8.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at −7.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Rhone Glacier per year?
Rhone Glacier receives about 1928 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is January (187 mm), the driest July (135 mm).
When is the best time to visit Rhone Glacier?
For warmth and sunshine: July (8.7 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is February (−7.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.