Climate of Neuchâtel, Switzerland
Area-weighted average across Neuchâtel. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Neuchâtel, a subdivision of Switzerland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -1.1°C / 30°F in January to 15.6°C / 60.1°F in July, with rainfall from 87 mm / 3.4 in to 118 mm / 4.6 in depending on the season (1236 mm / 48.7 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 | -1.1°C30°F | 98 mm3.9″ | Snowy |
| February | -0.3°C31.5°F | 97 mm3.8″ | Snowy |
| March | 2.6°C36.7°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| April | 5.3°C41.5°F | 92 mm3.6″ | — |
| May | 10°C50°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| June | 13°C55.4°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| July | 15.6°C60.1°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| August | 15.6°C60.1°F | 107 mm4.2″ | — |
| September | 12.3°C54.1°F | 102 mm4″ | — |
| October | 8°C46.4°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
| November | 2.8°C37°F | 108 mm4.3″ | — |
| December | 0.1°C32.2°F | 112 mm4.4″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Neuchâtel?
Neuchâtel, Switzerland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 15.6°C / 60.1°F, and the driest is March at 87 mm / 3.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Neuchâtel?
Neuchâtel, Switzerland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -1.1°C / 30°F in January to 15.6°C / 60.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1236 mm / 48.7 in, with the wettest month being June (118 mm / 4.6 in) and the driest March (87 mm / 3.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Neuchâtel?
The hottest month in Neuchâtel is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.6°C / 60.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Neuchâtel?
The coldest month in Neuchâtel is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -1.1°C / 30°F.
When does it rain most in Neuchâtel?
The wettest month in Neuchâtel is June, averaging about 118 mm / 4.6 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 87 mm / 3.4 in.