Best Time to Visit Lake Constance
Best time to visit Lake Constance: April, May, June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Lake Constance
Go in April, May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Lake Constance month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39° | 30° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 36° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 37° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 60° | 42° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 50° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 77° | 60° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 78° | 63° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 79° | 63° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 68° | 55° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 49° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 47° | 38° | 5,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 41° | 34° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Lake Constance compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Lake Constance.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zurich Airport | 41 mi | 51°F | 33°F cooler | 45 in |
| Zurich | 43 mi | 52°F | 33°F cooler | 50 in |
| Lake Lucerne | 62 mi | 51°F | 33°F cooler | 65 in |
| Neuschwanstein Castle | 63 mi | 47°F | 37°F cooler | 53 in |
| Swiss National Park | 75 mi | 36°F | 49°F cooler | 33 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Lake Constance is a lake in Germany. Lake Constance is a lake known as a lake shared by three countries.
Right now it is 49°F (9°C) in Lake Constance with overcast. It feels like 45°F. Today runs from 48°F to 55°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lake Constance is April, May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 30°F.
The closest major airport is Zurich Airport (ZRH), about 41 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Lucerne, Neuschwanstein Castle, Swiss National Park and Zugspitze.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 55°F is 4.7°F below the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Lake Constance today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Lake Constance right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:26 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 53° / 42°
Overcast · 2% rain · wind 10 mph
🌥️ 54° / 38°
Fog · 5% rain · wind 11 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Constance?
Lake Constance is a lake in Germany. Its coordinates are 47.6, 9.4. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Lake Constance right now?
It is currently 49°F (9°C) with overcast. Humidity is 74% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake Constance?
April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Constance, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lake Constance in?
Lake Constance observes Europe/Zurich (UTC+01:00). The local time is 1:26 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Lake Constance?
The closest airports are Zurich Airport (ZRH), 41 mi away, Munich Airport (MUC), 122 mi away and Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 140 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lake Constance?
Popular options include Lake Lucerne, Neuschwanstein Castle, Swiss National Park, Zugspitze, Eiger and Jungfraujoch.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 1:26 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
