Climate of Lucerne, Switzerland
Area-weighted average across Lucerne. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Lucerne, a subdivision of Switzerland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -0.1°C / 31.8°F in January to 16.7°C / 62.1°F in July, with rainfall from 93 mm / 3.7 in to 147 mm / 5.8 in depending on the season (1361 mm / 53.6 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 | -0.1°C31.8°F | 93 mm3.7″ | Snowy |
| February | 0.7°C33.3°F | 100 mm3.9″ | Snowy |
| March | 3.8°C38.8°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| April | 6.7°C44.1°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| May | 11.5°C52.7°F | 119 mm4.7″ | — |
| June | 14.3°C57.7°F | 147 mm5.8″ | — |
| July | 16.7°C62.1°F | 141 mm5.6″ | — |
| August | 16.4°C61.5°F | 138 mm5.4″ | — |
| September | 13°C55.4°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
| October | 8.6°C47.5°F | 105 mm4.1″ | — |
| November | 3.5°C38.3°F | 112 mm4.4″ | — |
| December | 0.7°C33.3°F | 107 mm4.2″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Lucerne?
Lucerne, Switzerland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16.7°C / 62.1°F, and the driest is January at 93 mm / 3.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Lucerne?
Lucerne, Switzerland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -0.1°C / 31.8°F in January to 16.7°C / 62.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1361 mm / 53.6 in, with the wettest month being June (147 mm / 5.8 in) and the driest January (93 mm / 3.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Lucerne?
The hottest month in Lucerne is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.7°C / 62.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Lucerne?
The coldest month in Lucerne is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -0.1°C / 31.8°F.
When does it rain most in Lucerne?
The wettest month in Lucerne is June, averaging about 147 mm / 5.8 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 93 mm / 3.7 in.