Geneva Weather Forecast
Geneva weather: 82°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Geneva weather in September
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Climate in Geneva 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 | 43° | 32° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 36° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 38° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 62° | 43° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 51° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 79° | 60° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 82° | 63° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 83° | 63° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 70° | 55° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 62° | 49° | 6,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 39° | 5,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 34° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Geneva
Go in June, July and August. 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Geneva compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Geneva.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Geneva | 24 mi | 56°F | +34°F warmer | 46 in |
| Mont Blanc | 43 mi | 4°F | 82°F cooler | 64 in |
| Lyon | 70 mi | 56°F | +34°F warmer | 41 in |
| Gran Paradiso National Park | 72 mi | 15°F | 71°F cooler | 50 in |
| Matterhorn | 74 mi | 9°F | 77°F cooler | 46 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Geneva?
Geneva is a city in Switzerland. Its coordinates are 46.2044, 6.1432. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Geneva right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 41% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Geneva?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Geneva, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Geneva in?
Geneva observes Europe/Zurich (UTC+02:00). The local time is 7:39 PM.
How many people live in Geneva?
Geneva has a population of approximately 203.000.
What is the nearest airport to Geneva?
The closest airports are Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 130 mi away, Zurich Airport (ZRH), 143 mi away and Paris Orly Airport (ORY), 248 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Geneva?
Popular options include Lake Geneva, Mont Blanc, Gran Paradiso National Park, Matterhorn, Matterhorn and Jungfrau.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 August 25, 2026 at 7:39 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
