Climate of Fribourg, Switzerland
Area-weighted average across Fribourg. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Fribourg, a subdivision of Switzerland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -0.7°C / 30.7°F in January to 16.5°C / 61.7°F in July, with rainfall from 78 mm / 3.1 in to 120 mm / 4.7 in depending on the season (1167 mm / 45.9 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -0.7°C30.7°F | 85 mm3.3″ | Snowy |
| February | 0.2°C32.4°F | 87 mm3.4″ | Snowy |
| March | 3.3°C37.9°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| April | 6.2°C43.2°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| May | 10.9°C51.6°F | 105 mm4.1″ | — |
| June | 13.9°C57°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
| July | 16.5°C61.7°F | 108 mm4.3″ | — |
| August | 16.3°C61.3°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| September | 12.8°C55°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| October | 8.3°C46.9°F | 96 mm3.8″ | — |
| November | 3°C37.4°F | 99 mm3.9″ | — |
| December | 0.3°C32.5°F | 98 mm3.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Fribourg?
Fribourg, Switzerland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16.5°C / 61.7°F, and the driest is March at 78 mm / 3.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Fribourg?
Fribourg, Switzerland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -0.7°C / 30.7°F in January to 16.5°C / 61.7°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1167 mm / 45.9 in, with the wettest month being June (120 mm / 4.7 in) and the driest March (78 mm / 3.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Fribourg?
The hottest month in Fribourg is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.5°C / 61.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Fribourg?
The coldest month in Fribourg is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -0.7°C / 30.7°F.
When does it rain most in Fribourg?
The wettest month in Fribourg is June, averaging about 120 mm / 4.7 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 78 mm / 3.1 in.