Best Time to Visit Switzerland
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Switzerland.
Switzerland does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (18.5°C / 65.3°F) and February (78 mm / 3.1 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers October–April, while the wetter half runs through May–September. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 0.1°C / 32.2°F in January to 18.5°C / 65.3°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 78 mm / 3.1 in (February) to 132 mm / 5.2 in (June). Switzerland's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Switzerland can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| September | 14.3°C57.7°F | 105 mm4.1″ | — |
| August | 18°C64.4°F | 125 mm4.9″ | — |
| July | 18.5°C65.3°F | 128 mm5″ | — |
No month in Switzerland fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Switzerland?
Switzerland doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on February (driest, ~78 mm / 3.1 in) and July (warmest, 18.5°C / 65.3°F). Regional variation within Switzerland can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Switzerland?
The rainy season in Switzerland runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 95 mm / 3.7 in. The wettest single month is June, averaging 132 mm / 5.2 in.
What is the dry season in Switzerland?
The drier half of the year in Switzerland covers October–April, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 95 mm / 3.7 in. The driest single month is February with about 78 mm / 3.1 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Switzerland?
The least comfortable months for travel in Switzerland — based on our climate data — are January, February, June, July, August, November, December. These are Switzerland's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 132 mm / 5.2 in in June, and temperatures bottom out at 0.1°C / 32.2°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Switzerland?
Shoulder-season months in Switzerland — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include April, May, October. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.