Climate Overview
The climate in Canazei is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1257mm of precipitation falls per year. Canazei receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Canazei is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Canazei experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Canazei vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Canazei is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1257mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 105mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 167mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 42mm. That's 126mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Canazei receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 246cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 45cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Canazei is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Canazei, which began on March 20, 2026. Canazei is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 324mm across the season with a monthly average of 108mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 456mm across the season with a monthly average of 152mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 312mm across the season with a monthly average of 104mm. Expect around 57cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -8 to 3°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 165mm for the season, averaging 55mm per month. Expect around 111cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Canazei based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
