Scuol ski resort
Scuol is a ski resort in the canton of Graubünden, in the municipality of Scuol. The village sits at 1250 m and the ski area tops out at 2800 m (Motta Naluns), a vertical drop of 1550 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 2800 m.
Snow and season in Scuol
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 (1250 m) and the slopes (2800 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 Scuol: 1991–2020 normals
In Scuol (1250 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.1 °C. The warmest month is July (15.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (−3.2 °C). About 701 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (103 mm) with a minimum in February (26 mm). The sun shines for about 1807 hours a year, mostly in July (215 h). On average there are 163 frost days and 4 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.4 °C and the absolute minimum −16.2 °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 | −3.2 °C | 7.7 °C | −16.2 °C | 36 | 99 | 31 | 0 |
| Feb | −2.3 °C | 10.4 °C | −15.8 °C | 26 | 118 | 28 | 0 |
| Mar | 1.5 °C | 14.9 °C | −12.4 °C | 34 | 165 | 26 | 0 |
| Apr | 5.4 °C | 18.3 °C | −7.6 °C | 37 | 173 | 14 | 0 |
| May | 9.9 °C | 23.3 °C | −1.3 °C | 56 | 178 | 2 | 1 |
| Jun | 13.7 °C | 27.8 °C | 2.4 °C | 81 | 190 | 0 | 8 |
| Jul | 15.4 °C | 28.4 °C | 4.5 °C | 87 | 215 | 0 | 12 |
| Aug | 15.1 °C | 28.1 °C | 4.0 °C | 103 | 197 | 0 | 11 |
| Sep | 11.2 °C | 24.2 °C | 0.5 °C | 64 | 166 | 1 | 2 |
| Oct | 7.2 °C | 20.2 °C | −4.4 °C | 70 | 140 | 9 | 0 |
| Nov | 1.7 °C | 14.4 °C | −10.3 °C | 63 | 89 | 22 | 0 |
| Dec | −2.3 °C | 8.2 °C | −15.2 °C | 44 | 77 | 30 | 0 |
| Year | 6.1 °C | 28.4 °C | −16.2 °C | 701 | 1807 | 163 | 34 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Scuol (8 km, 1304 m), Buffalora (10 km, 1971 m), Naluns / Schlivera (11 km, 2380 m), adjusted to the elevation of Scuol (1250 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Samnaun (24 km · 1840–2872 m)
- Weather Klosters (29 km · 1200–2844 m)
- Weather Zuoz (31 km · 1716–2465 m)
- Weather Davos (40 km · 1560–2844 m)
- Weather Celerina (43 km · 1730–3057 m)
- Weather Pontresina (45 km · 1805–2978 m)
⛷️ Ski resorts Canton Graubünden
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Val Müstair
- Weather Valsot
- Weather Zernez
- Weather Samnaun
- Weather S-chanf
- Weather Zuoz
- Weather Madulain
- Weather Davos
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Scuol
How high is Scuol?
The village of Scuol is at 1250 m and the ski area rises to 2800 m (Motta Naluns), a vertical drop of 1550 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Scuol?
Expect about 9 °C less at the summit (2800 m) than in the village (1250 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2800 m.
When does it snow in Scuol?
In the village (1250 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 Scuol?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Motta Naluns (2800 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 Scuol?
The warmest month in Scuol is July, averaging 15.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −3.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Scuol per year?
Scuol receives about 701 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (103 mm), the driest February (26 mm).
When is the best time to visit Scuol?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.4 °C on average, 215 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−3.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.