Andermatt ski resort
Andermatt is a ski resort in the canton of Uri, in the municipality of Andermatt. The village sits at 1444 m and the ski area (Andermatt-Sedrun-Disentis) tops out at 2961 m (Gemsstock), a vertical drop of 1517 m. The forecast at the top of the page is computed for the village altitude; the “Summit weather” section gives temperature, snow, wind and freezing level at 2961 m.
Snow and season in Andermatt
Above 1000 m expect reliable winter snow and cool nights even in summer; ideal for skiing and hiking.
To judge conditions, compare the snow line (≈ 300 m below the freezing level) with the village (1444 m) and the slopes (2961 m); above 50–60 km/h of summit wind, exposed lifts may close; a warm front lifts the freezing level within hours, a cold front brings snow down to the valley.
Climate of Andermatt: 1991–2020 normals
In Andermatt (1444 m), the mean annual temperature is 4.8 °C. The warmest month is July (13.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (−3.2 °C). About 1297 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (125 mm) with a minimum in February (84 mm). On average there are 161 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 24.5 °C and the absolute minimum −16.3 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Frost days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −3.2 °C | 8.6 °C | −15.8 °C | 98 | 29 |
| Feb | −3.0 °C | 8.6 °C | −16.3 °C | 84 | 27 |
| Mar | 0.1 °C | 10.1 °C | −12.8 °C | 96 | 25 |
| Apr | 3.5 °C | 12.3 °C | −8.1 °C | 100 | 16 |
| May | 7.7 °C | 17.8 °C | −2.1 °C | 122 | 4 |
| Jun | 11.5 °C | 23.4 °C | 1.6 °C | 118 | 0 |
| Jul | 13.4 °C | 24.4 °C | 3.9 °C | 105 | 0 |
| Aug | 13.4 °C | 24.5 °C | 3.1 °C | 125 | 0 |
| Sep | 9.6 °C | 21.0 °C | −0.1 °C | 114 | 2 |
| Oct | 6.2 °C | 18.1 °C | −4.4 °C | 108 | 10 |
| Nov | 1.1 °C | 13.4 °C | −10.7 °C | 123 | 21 |
| Dec | −2.3 °C | 9.3 °C | −14.8 °C | 104 | 28 |
| Year | 4.8 °C | 24.5 °C | −16.3 °C | 1297 | 161 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Andermatt (3 km, 1435 m), Gütsch, Andermatt (4 km, 2286 m), Piotta (13 km, 990 m), adjusted to the elevation of Andermatt (1444 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Airolo-Pesciüm (9 km · 1175–2250 m)
- Weather Sedrun (10 km · 1450–2600 m)
- Weather Obergoms (17 km · 1370–2100 m)
- Weather Carì (20 km · 1640–2170 m)
- Weather Campo Blenio (22 km · 1200–1500 m)
- Weather Disentis (22 km · 1150–2833 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Hospental
- Weather Airolo
- Weather Göschenen
- Weather Wassen
- Weather Realp
- Weather Bedretto
- Weather Tujetsch
- Weather Quinto
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Andermatt
How high is Andermatt?
The village of Andermatt is at 1444 m and the ski area rises to 2961 m (Gemsstock), a vertical drop of 1517 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Andermatt?
Expect about 9 °C less at the summit (2961 m) than in the village (1444 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2961 m.
When does it snow in Andermatt?
In the village (1444 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from November to March (1991–2020 normals), when precipitation mostly falls as snow. Higher up, snow can fall in any season.
Where can I see the weather on the slopes of Andermatt?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Gemsstock (2961 m), min/max temperature, 7-day snowfall, wind and gusts, plus the freezing level and the estimated snow line.
What is the warmest month in Andermatt?
The warmest month in Andermatt is July, averaging 13.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −3.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Andermatt per year?
Andermatt receives about 1297 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (125 mm), the driest February (84 mm).
When is the best time to visit Andermatt?
For warmth and sunshine: July (13.4 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−3.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.