Geography of Zurich
Geography of Zurich: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Zurich
Lake Lucerne is 27 mi to the south, Lake Constance is 43 mi to the east, Interlaken is 57 mi to the south-west and Eiger is 61 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 47°22′36.8″N 8°32′30.1″E (47.3769, 8.5417)
Quick facts about Zurich
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 47°22′36.8″N 8°32′30.1″E (47.3769, 8.5417) |
| Population | 440.000 |
| Known for | Lakefront, finance and alpine gateway |
| Local time | 11:59 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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1 airports mapped in this atlas
Summary
Zurich is a city in Switzerland. Zurich is known for Lakefront, finance and alpine gateway. It has a population of about 440.000.
Right now it is 62°F (17°C) in Zurich with partly cloudy. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 58°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 55%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Zurich is 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 79°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 28°F.
The closest major airport is Zurich Airport (ZRH), about 6 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Lucerne, Lake Constance, Eiger and Jungfraujoch.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 71°F is 7.9°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Zurich today at 9.6/10. 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 Zurich 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 | 40° | 28° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 47° | 34° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 36° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 61° | 41° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 49° | 5,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 77° | 59° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 79° | 61° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 78° | 61° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 69° | 54° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 46° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 47° | 37° | 5,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 41° | 32° | 4,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Zurich?
Zurich is a city in Switzerland. Its coordinates are 47.3769, 8.5417. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Zurich right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 76% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Zurich?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Zurich, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Zurich in?
Zurich observes Europe/Zurich (UTC+02:00). The local time is 11:59 AM.
How many people live in Zurich?
Zurich has a population of approximately 440.000.
What is the nearest airport to Zurich?
The closest airports are Zurich Airport (ZRH), 6 mi away, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 121 mi away and Munich Airport (MUC), 165 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Zurich?
Popular options include Lake Lucerne, Lake Constance, Eiger, Jungfraujoch, Jungfrau and Swiss National Park.
What places are in Zurich?
Zurich covers 1 places in this atlas, including Zurich Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 22, 2026 at 11:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
