Climate of Nidwalden, Switzerland
Area-weighted average across Nidwalden. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Nidwalden, a subdivision of Switzerland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -0.5°C / 31.1°F in January to 15.5°C / 59.9°F in July, with rainfall from 93 mm / 3.7 in to 166 mm / 6.5 in depending on the season (1494 mm / 58.8 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 | -0.5°C31.1°F | 93 mm3.7″ | Snowy |
| February | 0°C32°F | 100 mm3.9″ | Snowy |
| March | 2.6°C36.7°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| April | 5.3°C41.5°F | 117 mm4.6″ | — |
| May | 10°C50°F | 131 mm5.2″ | — |
| June | 12.9°C55.2°F | 166 mm6.5″ | — |
| July | 15.5°C59.9°F | 166 mm6.5″ | — |
| August | 15.3°C59.5°F | 161 mm6.3″ | — |
| September | 12°C53.6°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| October | 7.8°C46°F | 114 mm4.5″ | — |
| November | 2.9°C37.2°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| December | 0.3°C32.5°F | 107 mm4.2″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Nidwalden?
Nidwalden, Switzerland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 15.5°C / 59.9°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 Nidwalden?
Nidwalden, Switzerland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -0.5°C / 31.1°F in January to 15.5°C / 59.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1494 mm / 58.8 in, with the wettest month being June (166 mm / 6.5 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 Nidwalden?
The hottest month in Nidwalden is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.5°C / 59.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Nidwalden?
The coldest month in Nidwalden is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -0.5°C / 31.1°F.
When does it rain most in Nidwalden?
The wettest month in Nidwalden is June, averaging about 166 mm / 6.5 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 93 mm / 3.7 in.