Piz Muraun Mountain
Alpine summit in Grisons within the Swiss Alps
An alpine summit in Graubünden, Piz Muraun gets attention from mountaineers and hikers for ridge routes and backcountry skiing; expect steep approaches and high-mountain scenery.
Piz Muraun at a Glance#
Best Time to Visit Piz Muraun#
Visit Piz Muraun in summer for the safest and most accessible hiking conditions; winter climbs require technical alpine skills.
Summer (best for approach)
June-September · 5-15°C (higher elevations cooler)
Snow-free routes and stable weather make summer the preferred time for ascent and hiking.
Shoulder seasons
May, October · -5-10°C
Conditions can change quickly with possible snow; fewer visitors but more unpredictable weather.
Winter
November-April · -20-0°C
Snow and ice dominate-suitable only for experienced winter climbers with proper gear.
Weather & Climate near Piz Muraun#
Climate
Piz Muraun's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -11°C to 9°C. Abundant rainfall (1487 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
Air Quality:
AQI 34
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-30°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -10° - -5° | -15° | 115 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 6.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -11° - -6° | -16° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 5.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -10° - -5° | -14° | 118 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 5.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -8° - -3° | -12° | 127 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.2 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | -3° - 2° | -6° | 118 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | 0° - 5° | -2° | 134 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 146 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 3° | 141 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.0h |
| September | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 128 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.7 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | -3° - 3° | -5° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 5.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -7° - -2° | -11° | 124 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 5.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -9° - -4° | -14° | 118 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 6.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |