Parpaner Rothorn
The Parpaner Rothorn rises to 2865 m (Graubünden). Access: cable car; season: hiver + été. 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 Parpaner Rothorn: 1991–2020 normals
In Parpaner Rothorn (2865 m), the mean annual temperature is −1.8 °C. The warmest month is July (6.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (−9.3 °C). About 1568 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (211 mm) with a minimum in February (85 mm). The sun shines for about 1857 hours a year, mostly in July (182 h). On average there are 255 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 18.5 °C and the absolute minimum −20.5 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Sunshine (h) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −9.3 °C | 1.3 °C | −20.2 °C | 103 | 139 | 31 | 0 |
| Feb | −9.3 °C | 2.7 °C | −20.5 °C | 85 | 142 | 28 | 0 |
| Mar | −6.6 °C | 5.1 °C | −17.7 °C | 98 | 164 | 31 | 0 |
| Apr | −3.3 °C | 8.1 °C | −14.2 °C | 100 | 161 | 29 | 0 |
| May | 0.9 °C | 13.4 °C | −8.8 °C | 129 | 164 | 23 | 0 |
| Jun | 4.6 °C | 17.5 °C | −5.3 °C | 176 | 164 | 12 | 0 |
| Jul | 6.5 °C | 18.5 °C | −3.0 °C | 184 | 182 | 6 | 0 |
| Aug | 6.4 °C | 18.0 °C | −3.3 °C | 211 | 178 | 5 | 0 |
| Sep | 2.7 °C | 14.0 °C | −6.7 °C | 138 | 158 | 12 | 0 |
| Oct | −0.6 °C | 11.3 °C | −11.0 °C | 118 | 161 | 20 | 0 |
| Nov | −5.4 °C | 6.3 °C | −15.8 °C | 120 | 125 | 28 | 0 |
| Dec | −8.4 °C | 1.8 °C | −19.0 °C | 107 | 119 | 31 | 0 |
| Year | −1.8 °C | 18.5 °C | −20.5 °C | 1568 | 1857 | 255 | 0 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Arosa (6 km, 1878 m), Chur (13 km, 556 m), Weissfluhjoch (17 km, 2691 m), adjusted to the elevation of Parpaner Rothorn (2865 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Passes & summits
- Weather Weissfluhjoch (17 km · 2693 m)
- Weather Flüela Pass (26 km · 2383 m)
- Weather Albula Pass (27 km · 2312 m)
- Weather Piz Nair (33 km · 3057 m)
- Weather Julier Pass (34 km · 2284 m)
- Weather Splügen Pass (35 km · 2113 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Vaz/Obervaz (4 km)
- Weather Lantsch/Lenz (7 km)
- Weather Albula/Alvra (8 km)
- Weather Schmitten (GR) (9 km)
- Weather Churwalden (9 km)
- Weather Arosa (10 km)
- Weather Scharans (11 km)
- Weather Chur (12 km)
Passes & summits Weather Vaz/Obervaz
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Parpaner Rothorn
Is the Parpaner Rothorn open?
The Parpaner Rothorn is usually accessible hiver + été. 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 Parpaner Rothorn?
Expect about 14 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2865 m is about −1.8 °C; the coldest month is January (−9.3 °C).
Can it snow at the Parpaner Rothorn 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 Parpaner Rothorn?
The warmest month in Parpaner Rothorn is July, averaging 6.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −9.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Parpaner Rothorn per year?
Parpaner Rothorn receives about 1568 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (211 mm), the driest February (85 mm).
When is the best time to visit Parpaner Rothorn?
For warmth and sunshine: July (6.5 °C on average, 182 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−9.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.