Best Time to Visit Matterhorn
Best time to visit Matterhorn: June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Matterhorn
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, April and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Matterhorn 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 | 2° | -10° | 3,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 6° | -8° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 6° | -9° | 6,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 13° | -2° | 5,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| May | 17° | 4° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 29° | 12° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 31° | 15° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 35° | 15° | 1,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 26° | 10° | 2,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 19° | 5° | 5,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| November | 9° | -7° | 4,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 5° | -8° | 4,4 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Matterhorn compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Matterhorn.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Paradiso National Park | 37 mi | 15°F | +38°F warmer | 49 in |
| Mont Blanc | 39 mi | 4°F | 37°F cooler | 62 in |
| Jungfrau | 41 mi | 12°F | +34°F warmer | 60 in |
| Jungfraujoch | 42 mi | 19°F | +41°F warmer | 60 in |
| Eiger | 45 mi | 14°F | +37°F warmer | 60 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 64 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Matterhorn is a tourist attraction in Switzerland. Matterhorn is a landmark known for the pyramid peak above Zermatt.
Right now it is -0°F (-18°C) in Matterhorn with light snow showers. It feels like -15°F. Today runs from -3°F to 7°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 1.6/10 - poor - consider another day.
The best time to visit Matterhorn is June, July and August. The climate is polar. March, April and October tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 35°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -10°F.
The closest major airport is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), about 57 mi away. Nearby highlights include Gran Paradiso National Park, Mont Blanc, Jungfrau and Jungfraujoch.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 7°F is 12.1°F below the 19°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Visibility is down to 0,5 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Gusts to 64 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near -3°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Snow is falling now - expect reduced traction and slower journeys.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Matterhorn right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:05 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌨️ 7° / -3°
Light snow showers · 100% rain · wind 27 mph
❄️ 19° / 7°
Heavy snow showers · 100% rain · wind 32 mph
Things to do in Matterhorn
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Matterhorn.
Quick facts about Matterhorn
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 45°58′34.7″N 7°39′31″E (45.9763, 7.6586) |
| Known for | the pyramid peak above Zermatt |
| Local time | 1:05 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Matterhorn?
Matterhorn is a tourist attraction in Switzerland. Its coordinates are 45.9763, 7.6586. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Matterhorn right now?
It is currently -0°F (-18°C) with light snow showers. Humidity is 95% and wind is 19 mph.
When is the best time to visit Matterhorn?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Matterhorn, which has a polar climate. March, April and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Matterhorn in?
Matterhorn observes Europe/Rome (UTC+02:00). The local time is 1:05 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Matterhorn?
The closest airports are Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 57 mi away, Zurich Airport (ZRH), 111 mi away and Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 229 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Matterhorn?
Popular options include Gran Paradiso National Park, Mont Blanc, Jungfrau, Jungfraujoch, Eiger and Lake Geneva.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 26, 2026 at 1:05 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
