SwitzerlandWhat’s the climate like in Zurich?
The current climate in Zurich features temperatures ranging from a high of 26°C to a low of 5°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 16°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 0°C and in the warmer months around 15°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Zurich in recent years was 36°C in August 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -9°C in February 2018.
On average, Zurich gets 1026 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 68 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
Curious about the weather in other parts of Switzerland? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Geneva, Valais, Lugano, or explore other destinations in Switzerland.
Best time to visit Zurich?
The best time to visit Zurich for mild to warm weather is April up to October. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Zurich.
Climate Table of Zurich
The climate table of Zurich 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) | 5 | 7 | 11 | 16 | 19 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 21 | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 0 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 4 | 1 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 81 | 56 | 58 | 77 | 121 | 119 | 122 | 105 | 65 | 67 | 73 | 82 |
| Snow (cm) | 24 | 11 | 5,7 | 4,0 | 0,3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,3 | 5,5 | 17 |
| UV Index | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
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: 16°C
- Highest temperature: 26°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 5°C in January
- Precipitation*: 1026 mm per year, averaging 86 mm per month
- Snowfall: 68 cm per year
- Driest months: 56 mm in February, 58 mm in March and 65 mm in September
- Wettest months: 122 mm in July, 121 mm in May and 119 mm in June
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in Zurich
Average Temperature per Month in Zurich
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Zurich, Switzerland. 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 Zurich
This graph shows how much rainfall Zurich, Switzerland, gets on average per month. Rainfall 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 rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Zurich
This graph shows how much snow Zurich, Switzerland, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Zurich
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Zurich, Switzerland. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Zurich
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Zurich, Switzerland. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Zurich
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Zurich, Switzerland, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Zurich
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Zurich, Switzerland, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Zurich
The weather in Zurich is rated an average of 3,2 out of 5 stars by 6 visitors. Have you been to Zurich? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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The sky was sometimes clear, but mostly it was covered with thick clouds. Snow fell frequently, contributing to low temperatures. It was not the best weather for outdoor activities.— This text is automatically translated to English
There were some rain showers, but the sun was a welcome change. The evenings were perfect for outdoor dining.— This text is automatically translated to English
Every day there was heavy rain and wind. Temperatures were between 4 and 10 degrees Celsius. This made outdoor activities less fun. A coat and umbrella were necessary.— This text is automatically translated to English
November in Zurich was cold and rainy. On the other hand, the misty mountain views were truly breathtaking. Not ideal if you are looking for warmer weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
During the day I enjoyed the fresh spring feeling, but sometimes I missed the sun. A light jacket is recommended at this time of year.— This text is automatically translated to English
An ideal mix for outdoor activities.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Zurich by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zurich. 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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