Geography of Lake Constance
Geography of Lake Constance: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Lake Constance
Zurich Airport is 41 mi to the west, Zurich is 43 mi to the west, Lake Lucerne is 62 mi to the south-west and Neuschwanstein Castle is 63 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 47°36′0″N 9°24′0″E (47.6, 9.4)
Quick facts about Lake Constance
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 56°F (13°C) in Lake Constance with clear. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 54°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lake Constance is April, May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 78°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 cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 68°F is 9.7°F below the 78°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Lake Constance today at 10/10. 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.
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 | 78° | 63° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 69° | 56° | 5,4 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).
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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 56°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 80% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake Constance?
April, May, June, July and August 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+02:00). The local time is 11:59 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 11:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
