The climate of Switzerland
The current climate in Switzerland features temperatures ranging from a high of 25°C to a low of 4°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 15°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -2°C and in the warmer months around 14°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Switzerland.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Switzerland in recent years was 35°C in August 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -7°C in February 2018.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Switzerland gets 1143 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 98 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate in Switzerland is based on weather data from Bern. Other places, like Zurich, Geneva or Valais, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Switzerland to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Switzerland?
The best time to visit Switzerland for mild to warm weather is May up to October. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Switzerland.
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Climate Table of Switzerland
The climate table of Switzerland shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 4 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 19 | 15 | 8 | 5 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -2 | -1 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 99 | 66 | 66 | 75 | 122 | 128 | 127 | 106 | 74 | 87 | 81 | 112 |
| Snow (cm) | 28 | 13 | 12 | 8,5 | 1,0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,1 | 7,4 | 26 |
| UV Index | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Popular destinations in Switzerland
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Switzerland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Switzerland
Yearly Temperature in Switzerland
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Switzerland. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Switzerland
Total Yearly Precipitation in Switzerland
Average Snowfall per Month in Switzerland
Total Yearly Snowfall in Switzerland
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Switzerland. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Switzerland
Weather experiences in Switzerland
The weather in Switzerland is rated an average of 3 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Switzerland? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Adam van den Dobbelsteen
It was a great experience with beautiful mountain scenery and excellent skiing.
AmberTemperatures drop well below freezing, making it ideal for winter sports. Foggy days can limit visibility, but clear, sunny days make up for this.
Inez HoekzemaSeptember 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.
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Average weather in Switzerland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Switzerland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.