Switzerland Weather Forecast
Switzerland weather: 53°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Switzerland 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° | 27° | 3,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 47° | 33° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 35° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 60° | 40° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 47° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 76° | 57° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 78° | 59° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 78° | 58° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 68° | 51° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 59° | 44° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 47° | 34° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 41° | 30° | 4,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Switzerland
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.
Recent extremes in Switzerland
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Switzerland compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Switzerland.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mont Blanc | 82 mi | 4°F | 78°F cooler | 64 in |
| Gran Paradiso National Park | 99 mi | 15°F | 67°F cooler | 50 in |
| Lake Constance | 102 mi | 53°F | +34°F warmer | 46 in |
| Lake Como | 107 mi | 60°F | +41°F warmer | 66 in |
| Milan Malpensa Airport | 110 mi | 58°F | +39°F warmer | 61 in |
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 - 4 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Switzerland?
Switzerland is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 46.948, 7.4474. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Switzerland right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with clear. Humidity is 82% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Switzerland?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Switzerland, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Switzerland in?
Switzerland observes Europe/Zurich (UTC+02:00). The local time is 10:42 AM.
How many people live in Switzerland?
Switzerland has a population of approximately 8.8 million.
What is the nearest airport to Switzerland?
The closest airports are Zurich Airport (ZRH), 63 mi away, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 110 mi away and Frankfurt Airport (FRA), 220 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Switzerland?
Popular options include Swiss National Park, Jungfraujoch, Matterhorn, Eiger, Jungfrau and Matterhorn.
What places are in Switzerland?
Switzerland covers 10 places in this atlas, including Swiss National Park, Matterhorn, Eiger, Geneva, Interlaken and Jungfrau.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 23, 2026 at 10:42 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
