Gürgaletsch

Mountain Alpine peak in Graubünden popular for hikes

Gürgaletsch in Grisons sits above alpine pastures and marked trails; hikers use local paths for ridge walks and seasonal grazing landscapes.

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Gürgaletsch
46.7971, 9.5826

How to Get to Gürgaletsch #

Gürgaletsch is in the canton of Graubünden (Grisons). Access is typically from mountain villages reached by regional trains or buses; follow marked alpine trails from local trailheads and check seasonal track access with local tourism offices.

Tips for Visiting Gürgaletsch #

  • Check local maps - the pass network and alpine trails can be intricate and poorly signposted in places.
  • Bring waterproofs and good boots: mountain weather in the Grisons changes fast.
  • If hiking multi-day, reserve mountain huts in advance during high season.

Best Time to Visit Gürgaletsch #

Summer months are most accessible for hiking; winter requires alpine experience and equipment.

Summer
June-September · 5-18°C
Best for hiking and crossing passes; alpine flowers and clear conditions are common.
Winter
December-March · -10-5°C
Snow transforms the area for touring and winter sports; avalanche risk can be significant.

Weather & Climate near Gürgaletsch #

Climate

Gürgaletsch's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1596 mm/year), wettest in July.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-10° -3°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -3°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -1°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
13.4h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

159 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.6h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (174 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

174 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

165 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

144 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

121 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

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