Monte San Salvatore
The Monte San Salvatore rises to 912 m (Ticino). Access: funicular; season: mars–novembre. 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 Monte San Salvatore: 1991–2020 normals
In Monte San Salvatore (912 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.5 °C. The warmest month is July (18.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.6 °C). About 1727 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (194 mm) with a minimum in February (68 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.4 °C and the absolute minimum −6.1 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.6 °C | 11.1 °C | −6.1 °C | 71 |
| Feb | 1.7 °C | 12.4 °C | −5.6 °C | 68 |
| Mar | 5.3 °C | 17.7 °C | −3.2 °C | 86 |
| Apr | 8.6 °C | 19.8 °C | 0.0 °C | 155 |
| May | 12.7 °C | 23.5 °C | 4.1 °C | 194 |
| Jun | 16.7 °C | 26.7 °C | 7.9 °C | 188 |
| Jul | 18.9 °C | 27.4 °C | 10.0 °C | 169 |
| Aug | 18.5 °C | 27.2 °C | 9.9 °C | 173 |
| Sep | 14.3 °C | 23.0 °C | 6.1 °C | 177 |
| Oct | 9.8 °C | 18.9 °C | 1.8 °C | 168 |
| Nov | 5.1 °C | 13.9 °C | −2.4 °C | 187 |
| Dec | 1.4 °C | 11.1 °C | −5.8 °C | 90 |
| Year | 9.5 °C | 27.4 °C | −6.1 °C | 1727 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Lugano (3 km, 273 m), Monte Generoso (8 km, 1600 m), Stabio (15 km, 351 m), adjusted to the elevation of Monte San Salvatore (912 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Passes & summits
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- Weather San Bernardino Pass (60 km · 2066 m)
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Nearby municipalities
- Weather Paradiso (1 km)
- Weather Collina d'Oro (2 km)
- Weather Melide (2 km)
- Weather Grancia (2 km)
- Weather Sorengo (3 km)
- Weather Bissone (3 km)
- Weather Muzzano (3 km)
- Weather Lugano (4 km)
Passes & summits Weather Paradiso
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Monte San Salvatore
Is the Monte San Salvatore open?
The Monte San Salvatore is usually accessible mars–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 Monte San Salvatore?
Expect about 3 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 912 m is about 9.5 °C; the coldest month is January (0.6 °C).
Can it snow at the Monte San Salvatore 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 Monte San Salvatore?
The warmest month in Monte San Salvatore is July, averaging 18.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Monte San Salvatore per year?
Monte San Salvatore receives about 1727 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (194 mm), the driest February (68 mm).
When is the best time to visit Monte San Salvatore?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.9 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.