Graubünden, Switzerland: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Graubünden, Switzerland? If you're planning to go to Graubünden, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Graubünden, Switzerland

Based on the climate and weather in Graubünden, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

Important essentials for Graubünden, Switzerland

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Graubünden, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly choice.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can become worn. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a great option.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Graubünden, Switzerland by month

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January

If you are traveling to Graubünden in January, you will notice that it is very cold. Expect it to rain or snow about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost almost every day.

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February

February in Graubünden is frigid. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. There is frost almost every day of the month. It rains or snows regularly.

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March

In March, Graubünden can be extremely cold. Temperatures routinely are in the 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Graubünden, with several of the days of the month having rain. There is frost most days.

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April

April in Graubünden can be brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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May

If you visit Graubünden during May, you might find that it is brisk. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time. There is frost regularly.

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June

June in Graubünden can be chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

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July

If you go to Graubünden in July, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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August

In August, Graubünden is relatively cool. Temperatures routinely are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Graubünden, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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September

If you vacation in Graubünden during September, you may notice that it is cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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October

October can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost a bit less than half of the time. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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November

November in this region is very cold. Temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost about two thirds of the time. It rains or snows 5-10 days this month.

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December

December in Graubünden is very cold. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C) to low 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

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