Totesee
Lake Alpine lake in Valais, mountain reservoir surroundings
Totesee sits near the Furka Pass as a small alpine lake beside the high mountain road; visitors stop for short hikes, reflections on glacier‑carved peaks and seasonal alpine wildflowers.
How to Get to Totesee #
Reachable by mountain trails from nearby villages in Valais; check local trail maps and alpine hut times. The nearest larger towns with public transit connections are Brig and Sion.
Tips for Visiting Totesee #
- Access often requires a hike from nearby alpine hamlets; bring map and proper gear.
- In summer, the lake is an excellent spot for a cool dip-water remains very cold even on hot days.
- Photographers should aim for early morning to catch mirror-like reflections before afternoon wind picks up.
Best Time to Visit Totesee #
Visit in summer for the most reliable access; alpine conditions can close paths earlier or later in the season depending on snowfall.
Weather & Climate near Totesee #
Totesee's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 13°C. Abundant rainfall (1334 mm/year), wettest in June, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
