Vals ski resort
Vals is a ski resort in the canton of Graubünden, in the municipality of Vals. The village sits at 1250 m and the ski area tops out at 2900 m (Dachberg), a vertical drop of 1650 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 2900 m.
Snow and season in Vals
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 (2900 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 Vals: 1991–2020 normals
In Vals (1250 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.7 °C. The warmest month is July (15.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.0 °C). About 1574 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (184 mm) with a minimum in February (56 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 25.8 °C and the absolute minimum −11.7 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −1.0 °C | 10.3 °C | −11.7 °C | 73 |
| Feb | −0.6 °C | 11.0 °C | −10.7 °C | 56 |
| Mar | 2.3 °C | 13.9 °C | −8.4 °C | 76 |
| Apr | 5.4 °C | 16.7 °C | −4.5 °C | 128 |
| May | 9.5 °C | 21.1 °C | 0.5 °C | 161 |
| Jun | 13.5 °C | 25.1 °C | 4.1 °C | 163 |
| Jul | 15.5 °C | 25.8 °C | 6.6 °C | 154 |
| Aug | 15.1 °C | 25.5 °C | 5.9 °C | 184 |
| Sep | 11.2 °C | 21.6 °C | 2.3 °C | 158 |
| Oct | 7.3 °C | 18.2 °C | −1.8 °C | 171 |
| Nov | 2.7 °C | 14.2 °C | −6.5 °C | 165 |
| Dec | −0.3 °C | 10.8 °C | −10.4 °C | 84 |
| Year | 6.7 °C | 25.8 °C | −11.7 °C | 1574 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations S. Bernardino (13 km, 1639 m), Acquarossa / Comprovasco (20 km, 575 m), Matro (24 km, 2171 m), adjusted to the elevation of Vals (1250 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather San Bernardino (13 km · 1600–2525 m)
- Weather Splügen (16 km · 1457–2215 m)
- Weather Obersaxen Mundaun (17 km · 1300–2310 m)
- Weather Campo Blenio (19 km · 1200–1500 m)
- Weather Tschappina-Heinzenberg (21 km · 1500–2200 m)
- Weather Nara (23 km · 1350–2000 m)
⛷️ Ski resorts Canton Graubünden
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Rheinwald
- Weather Blenio
- Weather Lumnezia
- Weather Obersaxen Mundaun
- Weather Ilanz/Glion
- Weather Rossa
- Weather Acquarossa
- Weather Sufers
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Vals
How high is Vals?
The village of Vals is at 1250 m and the ski area rises to 2900 m (Dachberg), a vertical drop of 1650 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Vals?
Expect about 10 °C less at the summit (2900 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 2900 m.
When does it snow in Vals?
In the village (1250 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from December to February (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 Vals?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Dachberg (2900 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 Vals?
The warmest month in Vals is July, averaging 15.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Vals per year?
Vals receives about 1574 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (184 mm), the driest February (56 mm).
When is the best time to visit Vals?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.5 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.