Lake Davos
Lake Alpine lake adjacent to Davos town
Davossee sits above Davos town in Graubünden; visitors use the lake for walking, summer swimming and winter skating, alongside Davos’s alpine resorts and nearby hiking routes.
Lake Davos
How to Get to Lake Davos #
Davos is reachable by rail from Zurich and by regional trains from surrounding cantons; Davos Platz station is a short walk from the lake and town center. The Swiss rail network makes the journey straightforward for travelers.
Tips for Visiting Lake Davos #
- Swim at designated beaches in summer and check local safety notices.
- Reach the lake on foot or via short local buses from Davos Platz; the walk along the promenade offers cafes and small beaches.
- In winter the frozen lake becomes a skating and curling venue when conditions are declared safe.
Best Time to Visit Lake Davos #
A central lake in Davos, Switzerland, used for summer recreation and winter sport, set beside the town known internationally for its conferences.
Weather & Climate near Lake Davos #
Lake Davos's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1060 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (142 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
