Samnaun, Switzerland: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Samnaun, Switzerland? If you're planning to go to Samnaun, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Samnaun, Switzerland

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

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

January

January for Samnaun is frosty. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains or snows once in a while.

What to wear/what to pack:

Insulated boots
Gloves
Scarf
Sweaters
Umbrella
Waterproof coat
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Waterproof boots
Thermal undergarments
Multiple layer jacket shell
Pajamas, such as sweats
Very heavy socks
Fleeces

February

February here is very cold. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains or snows a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Pajamas, such as sweats
Thermal undergarments
Sweaters
Umbrella
Gloves
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Fleeces
Multiple layer jacket shell
Insulated boots
Scarf
Waterproof boots
Very heavy socks
Waterproof coat

March

March in Samnaun can be brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 10 F (10+ below zero C).

With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Sweaters
Waterproof boots
Heavy socks
Heavy jacket
Umbrella
Waterproof coat
Cold weather footwear
If you plan to ski, ski equipment

April

If you vacation in Samnaun during April, you are likely to find that it can be very chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain or snow/sleet once in a while.

What to wear/what to pack:

Warm pants or jeans
Fleeces
Umbrella
Waterproof boots
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Socks
Waterproof coat
Standard footwear
Jacket or coat
Light gloves or mittens

May

May in Samnaun is relatively cool. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) to high 50s F (mid 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Light gloves or mittens
Umbrella
Jacket or coat
Waterproof luggage
Standard footwear
Waterproof footwear
Fleeces
Rain coat
Socks
Warm pants or jeans

June

If you visit Samnaun during June, you are likely to find that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain once in a while.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Light jacket or fleece
Rain coat
Dresses
Umbrella
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Long skirts
Pants or jeans
Standard footwear
Waterproof luggage
Socks

July

If you go to Samnaun in July, you will notice that it is mild. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Light footwear
Shorts or short pants
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sunscreen lotion
Dresses
Rain coat
Waterproof luggage
Sandals
Skirts
Waterproof footwear
Umbrella

August

Traveling to Samnaun in August, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Light jacket or fleece
Standard footwear
Socks
Waterproof luggage
Long skirts
Waterproof footwear
Umbrella
Dresses
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Rain coat
Pants or jeans

September

If you vacation in Samnaun during September, you are likely to find that it can be chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.

What to wear/what to pack:

Standard footwear
Socks
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Rain coat
Long skirts
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Umbrella
Pants or jeans
Dresses
Light jacket or fleece

October

October is cold. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Light gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Umbrella
Rain coat
Waterproof footwear
Fleeces
Jacket or coat
Standard footwear
Waterproof luggage

November

November here is brisk. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains or snows occasionally.

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy jacket
Heavy socks
Cold weather footwear
Waterproof coat
If you plan to ski, ski equipment
Gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Sweaters
Waterproof boots
Umbrella

December

December here is frigid. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains or snows occasionally.

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy socks
Sweaters
Waterproof boots
Gloves or mittens
Umbrella
Waterproof coat
Warm pants or jeans
Cold weather footwear
Heavy jacket
If you plan to ski, ski equipment

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Samnaun, Switzerland

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

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types C and J
A SIM card that works in Samnaun
Appropriate museum wear

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