Carì ski resort
Carì is a ski resort in the canton of Ticino, in the municipality of Faido. The village sits at 1640 m and the ski area tops out at 2170 m (Pian Bernardo), a vertical drop of 530 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 2170 m.
Snow and season in Carì
Between 1500 and 2000 m, winters are long and snowy and summers short and cool; the snow line often drops below the village in winter.
To judge conditions, compare the snow line (≈ 300 m below the freezing level) with the village (1640 m) and the slopes (2170 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 Carì: 1991–2020 normals
In Carì (1640 m), the mean annual temperature is 4.8 °C. The warmest month is July (13.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (−3.6 °C). About 1656 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (195 mm) with a minimum in February (59 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 24.4 °C and the absolute minimum −12.9 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −3.6 °C | 7.4 °C | −12.9 °C | 77 |
| Feb | −2.7 °C | 8.8 °C | −11.9 °C | 59 |
| Mar | 0.8 °C | 13.1 °C | −9.4 °C | 81 |
| Apr | 4.1 °C | 16.0 °C | −6.1 °C | 136 |
| May | 8.0 °C | 19.9 °C | −1.6 °C | 167 |
| Jun | 11.9 °C | 23.8 °C | 2.1 °C | 172 |
| Jul | 13.8 °C | 24.4 °C | 4.4 °C | 154 |
| Aug | 13.2 °C | 23.9 °C | 3.6 °C | 195 |
| Sep | 9.3 °C | 19.8 °C | 0.1 °C | 168 |
| Oct | 5.2 °C | 15.6 °C | −4.1 °C | 177 |
| Nov | 0.4 °C | 11.3 °C | −8.3 °C | 179 |
| Dec | −2.9 °C | 7.7 °C | −11.8 °C | 91 |
| Year | 4.8 °C | 24.4 °C | −12.9 °C | 1656 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Acquarossa / Comprovasco (10 km, 575 m), Piotta (11 km, 990 m), Matro (13 km, 2171 m), adjusted to the elevation of Carì (1640 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about the weather in Carì
How high is Carì?
The village of Carì is at 1640 m and the ski area rises to 2170 m (Pian Bernardo), a vertical drop of 530 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Carì?
Expect about 3 °C less at the summit (2170 m) than in the village (1640 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2170 m.
When does it snow in Carì?
In the village (1640 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 Carì?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Pian Bernardo (2170 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 Carì?
The warmest month in Carì is July, averaging 13.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −3.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Carì per year?
Carì receives about 1656 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (195 mm), the driest February (59 mm).
When is the best time to visit Carì?
For warmth and sunshine: July (13.8 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−3.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.