The best times to visit Samedan for ideal weather are

January 22nd to March 18th

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

 

 


Other Samedan Travel Info

Weather in Samedan

Temperature

Average temperatures in Samedan vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold all year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 3rd 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 Samedan, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 43°F (6.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 34°F (1.1°C) at night.

Samedan Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Samedan 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.

Samedan Perceived Temperature (F)

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Samedan Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Samedan 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 16.1 12.2 7.3
Feb 14.4 10.5 5.9
Mar 17.9 13.8 9.3
Apr 24 20 15.7
May 29.5 25.6 21.7
Jun 36.6 32.7 29
Jul 41.6 36.9 32.7
Aug 42 37.4 33.3
Sep 34.9 31 27
Oct 30.2 26.5 22.5
Nov 23.9 20.4 16.3
Dec 17.1 13.3 8.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -8.8 -11 -13.7
Feb -9.8 -11.9 -14.5
Mar -7.8 -10.1 -12.6
Apr -4.4 -6.7 -9.1
May -1.4 -3.6 -5.7
Jun 2.6 0.4 -1.7
Jul 5.3 2.7 0.4
Aug 5.6 3 0.7
Sep 1.6 -0.6 -2.8
Oct -1 -3.1 -5.3
Nov -4.5 -6.4 -8.7
Dec -8.3 -10.4 -13.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Samedan are March, February, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January and early February. For example, on the week of January 29th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of June 4th.

When can you find snow in Samedan? Weather stations report no annual snow. 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 Samedan.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Samedan (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 21% 0 3.3
Feb 19% 0 2.2
Mar 18% 0 2.5
Apr 24% 0 3.3
May 34% 0 5.4
Jun 36% 0 4.4
Jul 34% 0 4.3
Aug 32% 0 4.5
Sep 26% 0 3.9
Oct 23% 0 4.6
Nov 25% 0 4.9
Dec 23% 0 2.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 21 0 8.4
Feb 19 0 5.6
Mar 18 0 6.4
Apr 24 0 8.4
May 34 0 13.7
Jun 36 0 11.2
Jul 34 0 10.9
Aug 32 0 11.4
Sep 26 0 9.9
Oct 23 0 11.7
Nov 25 0 12.4
Dec 23 0 7.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Samedan has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is January (55.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (79.1%).

Wind in Samedan is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by December and February. January’s average wind speed of around 12 knots (13.8 MPH or 22.2 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early January where average top sustained speeds reach 20.6 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 12 Significant breeze 19.5 Strong breeze
Feb 10.6 Gentle breeze 17.8 Strong breeze
Mar 10.2 Gentle breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
Apr 8 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
May 8.2 Gentle breeze 15.2 Strong breeze
Jun 7 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Jul 6.6 Light breeze 13.5 Strong breeze
Aug 6.4 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Sep 7.2 Gentle breeze 13.6 Strong breeze
Oct 8.7 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Nov 10 Gentle breeze 17.3 Strong breeze
Dec 11.3 Significant breeze 18.5 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 55.2%
Feb 57.8%
Mar 61.1%
Apr 67.3%
May 76.2%
Jun 79.1%
Jul 73.2%
Aug 72.9%
Sep 68.9%
Oct 60.3%
Nov 60.2%
Dec 56.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Samedan?

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 Samedan, Switzerland is May, followed by June and March. 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 Samedan in December. 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 58.3 in December means 58.3% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Samedan Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very cold. Highs range from 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 15.5°F (-9.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 11 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 cold weather with high temperatures that are still jacket weather. These months see the most precipitation with 10 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Samedan, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 18.8°F (-7.3°C), which will feel very chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 7 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 Samedan to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 19°F (-7.2°C) and 12.5°F (-10.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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