Average climate of Switzerland
The climate of Switzerland has an average yearly temperature of 15°C. Throughout the year, the average monthly temperature can drop to 3°C and rise to 25°C.
Annually, about 1374 mm of rain falls. This gives a good overview of how much rain to expect in Switzerland. Additionally, about 178 cm of snow falls each year.
The best time to visit Switzerland is September. During this period, you will experience pleasant temperatures and not too much rain, making it ideal to visit Switzerland.
3 to 25°C
1374 mm
178 cm
Table of contents
- Average yearly temperature: 15°C
- Highest temperature: 25°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 3°C in January
- Precipitation: 1374 mm per year, averaging 115 mm per month
- Driest months: 71 mm in September, 75 mm in April and 84 mm in March
- Wettest months: 193 mm in January, 193 mm in December and 139 mm in July
- Snowfall: 178 cm per year
Climate table Switzerland
The climate table for Switzerland shows the average temperatures, precipitation, snowfall, and UV index per month.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Daytime temperature (°C) | 3 | 6 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 23 | 25 | 23 | 20 | 15 | 8 | 4 |
| Nighttime temperature (°C) | -2 | -1 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 7 | 2 | -1 |
| Precipitation (mm) | 193 | 89 | 84 | 75 | 115 | 106 | 139 | 119 | 71 | 90 | 100 | 193 |
| Snowfall (cm) | 45 | 30 | 19 | 11 | 3,5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4,4 | 27 | 38 |
| UV Index | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
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Temperature per month in Switzerland
This graph shows the average high temperatures in degrees Celsius for each month in Switzerland
Precipitation per month in Switzerland
This graph shows the average monthly precipitation in millimeters in Switzerland.
Snowfall per month in Switzerland
This graph shows the average snowfall in centimeters per month in Switzerland.
UV index per month in Switzerland
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Switzerland.
Yearly temperature in Switzerland
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Switzerland, measured in degrees Celsius.
Yearly total precipitation in Switzerland
This graph shows the average yearly precipitation in millimeters in Switzerland.
Yearly snowfall in Switzerland
This graph shows the average yearly snowfall in Switzerland, measured in centimeters.
Weather experiences in Switzerland
The weather in Switzerland is rated an average of 4,2 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors.
A fantastic time— This text has been automatically translated into English
I lived there for 2 years, I have to say that it is incomparable to the Czech weather. Even in November it was just right for a sweatshirt and summer :) i miss it!— This text has been automatically translated into English
It was a great experience with beautiful mountain scenery and excellent skiing.— This text has been automatically translated into English
Temperatures drop well below freezing, making it ideal for winter sports. Foggy days can limit visibility, but bright, sunny days make up for this.— This text has been automatically translated into English
September in Switzerland was wondrous. Fresh, clear days with pleasant sunshine. The weather was surprisingly mild, not too cold, not too hot. Ideal for outdoor activities. A few rain showers but generally good weather.— This text has been automatically translated into English
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Average weather in Switzerland per month
Click on a month below to see in detail how the weather typically is in Switzerland and what to expect. Based on the historical weather data of Switzerland, you can view the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.