What’s the climate like in the Lake Lugano?
The current climate of the Lake Lugano features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 27°C during the day to lows of 7°C. The average yearly temperature is around 17°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -1°C and in the warmer months around 17°C.
The highest temperature recorded in the Lake Lugano in recent years was 35°C in July 2022. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -4°C in January 2017.
On average, the Lake Lugano gets 1571 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 36 cm is snowfall. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation each year.
Curious about the climate in other parts of Italy? Check out the weather and climate in places like Tuscany, Sicily, Lake Garda, or have a look at other destinations in Italy.
Best time to visit the Lake Lugano?
The best time to visit the Lake Lugano for pleasant to warm weather is April through October. There might be some rain during this period, but the temperatures are just right for exploring the Lake Lugano.
Climate Table of the Lake Lugano
The climate table of the Lake Lugano shows the average temperatures, precipitation, snow, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 7 | 9 | 12 | 15 | 20 | 24 | 27 | 25 | 21 | 16 | 11 | 8 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 0 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 9 | 5 | 1 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 65 | 98 | 97 | 112 | 169 | 156 | 150 | 162 | 116 | 184 | 179 | 83 |
| Snow (cm) | 5,0 | 12 | 4,1 | 0,3 | 0,1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,5 | 12 |
| UV Index | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 17°C
- Highest temperature: 27°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 7°C in January
- Precipitation*: 1571 mm per year, averaging 131 mm per month
- Snowfall: 36 cm per year
- Driest months: 65 mm in January, 83 mm in December and 97 mm in March
- Wettest months: 184 mm in October, 179 mm in November and 169 mm in May
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in the Lake Lugano
Average Temperature per Month in the Lake Lugano
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in the Lake Lugano, Italy. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in the Lake Lugano
This graph shows how much precipitation the Lake Lugano, Italy, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in the Lake Lugano
This graph shows how much snow the Lake Lugano, Italy, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in the Lake Lugano
This graph shows the average UV index per month in the Lake Lugano, Italy. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in the Lake Lugano
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in the Lake Lugano, Italy. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in the Lake Lugano
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in the Lake Lugano, Italy, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in the Lake Lugano
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in the Lake Lugano, Italy, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimetres, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in the Lake Lugano
The weather in the Lake Lugano is rated an average of 3,2 out of 5 stars by 9 visitors. Have you been to the Lake Lugano? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Less heat than summer, ideal for relaxing.— This text is automatically translated to English
The weather was pleasant, not too cold, ideal for hiking. Rare rain and many sunny days. Fresh air that makes you breathe deeply. Bring a jacket for tonight!— This text is automatically translated to English
The temperature was pleasant for a leisurely walk, but it was still too cold to sunbathe by the lake. Rainy days gave the place a mystical atmosphere.— This text is automatically translated to English
The weather in October at Lake Lugano was mostly pleasant. Despite some rain showers, we enjoyed pleasant temperatures and many sunny days. Ideal for relaxing walks along the waterfront.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although enchanting, the landscape was marred by clouds and rain. The temperature was around 6 degrees Celsius and there was almost no sunshine. I recommend travelling during the warm season.— This text is automatically translated to English
The weather in November at Lake Lugano was disappointing. Although the scenery was still beautiful, it was mostly rainy and grey. The temperature was pleasant, but the constant rain hampered activities.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was hot, but the refreshing afternoon rain made it pleasant. However, I would recommend reckoning with summer thunderstorms.— This text is automatically translated to English
Tools like a good coat and an umbrella are essential. Despite the bad weather, it is an enchanting experience.— This text is automatically translated to English
Daytime temperatures were cool but bearable, around 7 degrees, and at night the temperature dropped to near zero. Although it rained occasionally, there were also sunny moments. Not perfect, but not terrible either!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in the Lake Lugano by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for the Lake Lugano. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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