Zurich Weather Forecast
Zurich weather: 65°F, light rain. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Zurich
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 76° / 61° | 100% · 0,5 in | 6 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light showers | 83° / 65° | 35% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 87° / 65° | 13% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌧️ Showers | 72° / 59° | 93% · 0,7 in | 6 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light rain | 76° / 57° | 54% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 64° | 25% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light showers | 76° / 64° | 34% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 75° / 63° | 36% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 63° | 39% · 0,1 in | 4 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 75° / 63° | 33% · 0,1 in | 4 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 74° / 60° | 25% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 3 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☀️ Clear sky | 80° / 61° | 18% | 2 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 67° | 27% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 68° / 59° | 24% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 5 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 78°F against a August normal of 78°F - right on average.
The next 7 days carry about 2.1 times a normal week's rain for August (1,6 in against 0,8 in).
What this means for Zurich
Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is 2.7°F below the 78°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,5 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 68°F.
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 - 3 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 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 65°F (18°C) with light rain. Humidity is 60% and wind is 2 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 7:55 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 7:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
