The best times to visit Flims for ideal weather are

May 28th to September 16th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Flims Travel Info

Weather in Flims

Temperature

Average temperatures in Flims vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 33rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Flims, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 83.3°F (28.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 57.8°F (14.3°C) at night.

Flims Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Flims Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Flims Perceived Temperature (F)

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Flims Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Flims Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 37.2 29.8 24.5
Feb 39.9 28.8 21.2
Mar 53.3 40.3 30.4
Apr 61.2 48.4 36.2
May 65.6 54.6 44.5
Jun 75.2 62.1 49.5
Jul 77.5 65.7 54.8
Aug 74.5 63.3 53.8
Sep 66 54.6 45.6
Oct 60.3 48.6 40.4
Nov 52.3 39.7 32.3
Dec 40.6 31.9 26.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 2.9 -1.2 -4.2
Feb 4.4 -1.8 -6
Mar 11.8 4.6 -0.9
Apr 16.2 9.1 2.3
May 18.7 12.6 6.9
Jun 24 16.7 9.7
Jul 25.3 18.7 12.7
Aug 23.6 17.4 12.1
Sep 18.9 12.6 7.6
Oct 15.7 9.2 4.7
Nov 11.3 4.3 0.2
Dec 4.8 -0.1 -2.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Flims are February, November, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early February. For example, on the week of February 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January and early February with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of January 29th.

When can you find snow in Flims? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late January and early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Flims is often around around December 24th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Flims.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Flims (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 32% 2.3 5.4
Feb 11% 4.6 1.1
Mar 19% 1 3.1
Apr 15% 0 1.6
May 23% 0 3.5
Jun 23% 0 2.7
Jul 29% 0 3.4
Aug 34% 0 3.7
Sep 28% 0 3.3
Oct 23% 0 3.7
Nov 12% 2 3.8
Dec 15% 4.2 1.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 32 5.8 13.7
Feb 11 11.7 2.8
Mar 19 2.5 7.9
Apr 15 0 4.1
May 23 0 8.9
Jun 23 0 6.9
Jul 29 0 8.6
Aug 34 0 9.4
Sep 28 0 8.4
Oct 23 0 9.4
Nov 12 5.1 9.7
Dec 15 10.7 2.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Flims has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is June (55.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (91.1%).

Wind in Flims is usually not reported.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Flims.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 0 Still 0 Still
Feb 0 Still 0 Still
Mar 0 Still 0 Still
Apr 0 Still 0 Still
May 0 Still 0 Still
Jun 0 Still 0 Still
Jul 0 Still 0 Still
Aug 0 Still 0 Still
Sep 0 Still 0 Still
Oct 0 Still 0 Still
Nov 0 Still 0 Still
Dec 0 Still 0 Still

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 85.5%
Feb 73.7%
Mar 63.8%
Apr 57.2%
May 70.6%
Jun 55.8%
Jul 64.5%
Aug 68.4%
Sep 76%
Oct 80.2%
Nov 85.7%
Dec 91.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Flims?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Switzerland; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Flims, Switzerland is May, followed by January and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Flims in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 60.3 in November means 60.3% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Flims Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 71.2°F (21.8°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 7 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Flims, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 67.5°F (19.7°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Flims to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 48°F (8.9°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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