The region: Leventina
Leventina (Ticino): the weather above is computed at the centre of the region (800 m). Below you will find the forecasts for the 6 municipalities, 3 ski resorts, 0 lakes and 1 passes or summits within 15 km — the terrain makes the weather vary a lot from one valley to the next: use the page of the exact place.
Climate of Leventina: 1991–2020 normals
In Leventina (800 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.4 °C. The warmest month is July (18.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.8 °C). About 1379 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (156 mm) with a minimum in February (50 mm). The sun shines for about 1518 hours a year, mostly in July (199 h). On average there are 101 frost days and 4 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.2 °C and the absolute minimum −8.9 °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 | 0.8 °C | 11.5 °C | −8.9 °C | 66 | 44 | 26 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.8 °C | 13.2 °C | −7.7 °C | 50 | 106 | 22 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.3 °C | 17.5 °C | −4.9 °C | 70 | 156 | 12 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.7 °C | 20.6 °C | −1.4 °C | 115 | 157 | 3 | 0 |
| May | 12.7 °C | 24.6 °C | 3.1 °C | 139 | 154 | 0 | 2 |
| Jun | 16.6 °C | 28.7 °C | 6.8 °C | 144 | 175 | 0 | 9 |
| Jul | 18.5 °C | 29.2 °C | 9.1 °C | 125 | 199 | 0 | 14 |
| Aug | 17.9 °C | 28.6 °C | 8.3 °C | 156 | 184 | 0 | 11 |
| Sep | 14.0 °C | 24.5 °C | 4.7 °C | 142 | 154 | 0 | 2 |
| Oct | 9.8 °C | 20.2 °C | 0.5 °C | 148 | 112 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.9 °C | 15.8 °C | −3.9 °C | 148 | 53 | 12 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.5 °C | 11.9 °C | −7.5 °C | 76 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| Year | 9.4 °C | 29.2 °C | −8.9 °C | 1379 | 1518 | 101 | 38 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Piotta (9 km, 990 m), Matro (14 km, 2171 m), Acquarossa / Comprovasco (14 km, 575 m), adjusted to the elevation of Leventina (800 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Municipalities in the region
- Dalpe 1 km · 1843 m
- Quinto 5 km · 1407 m
- Lavizzara 13 km · 1431 m
- Faido 14 km · 815 m
- Airolo 14 km · 1174 m
- Giornico 15 km · 1106 m
⛷️ Ski resorts
- Carì 1640–2170 m
- Nara 1350–2000 m
- Airolo-Pesciüm 1175–2250 m
⛰️ Passes and summits
- Lukmanier Pass 1915 m
📍 Places to visit
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Leventina
What is the weather like in Leventina today?
The weather at the top of the page gives conditions at the centre of the region (800 m); for a specific town pick it in the “Municipalities in the region” list — each page has its own hourly and 15-day forecast.
What is the climate of Leventina?
At the centre of the region (800 m) the mean annual temperature is 9.4 °C with 1379 mm of precipitation a year; the warmest month is July (18.5 °C) and the coldest January (0.8 °C). Valleys and summits differ markedly.
What is the warmest month in Leventina?
The warmest month in Leventina is July, averaging 18.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Leventina per year?
Leventina receives about 1379 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (156 mm), the driest February (50 mm).
When is the best time to visit Leventina?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.5 °C on average, 199 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.