Climate of Ticino, Switzerland
Area-weighted average across Ticino. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Ticino, a subdivision of Switzerland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -1.8°C / 28.8°F in January to 13.9°C / 57°F in July, with rainfall from 69 mm / 2.7 in to 148 mm / 5.8 in depending on the season (1412 mm / 55.6 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 | -1.8°C28.8°F | 82 mm3.2″ | Snowy |
| February | -1.5°C29.3°F | 69 mm2.7″ | Snowy |
| March | 0.7°C33.3°F | 95 mm3.7″ | Snowy |
| April | 3.1°C37.6°F | 127 mm5″ | — |
| May | 7.7°C45.9°F | 147 mm5.8″ | — |
| June | 11.1°C52°F | 148 mm5.8″ | — |
| July | 13.9°C57°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| August | 13.7°C56.7°F | 144 mm5.7″ | — |
| September | 10.4°C50.7°F | 140 mm5.5″ | — |
| October | 6.1°C43°F | 137 mm5.4″ | — |
| November | 1.3°C34.3°F | 107 mm4.2″ | Snowy |
| December | -1°C30.2°F | 81 mm3.2″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ticino?
Ticino, Switzerland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 13.9°C / 57°F, and the driest is February at 69 mm / 2.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Ticino?
Ticino, Switzerland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -1.8°C / 28.8°F in January to 13.9°C / 57°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1412 mm / 55.6 in, with the wettest month being June (148 mm / 5.8 in) and the driest February (69 mm / 2.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Ticino?
The hottest month in Ticino is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.9°C / 57°F.
What is the coldest month in Ticino?
The coldest month in Ticino is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -1.8°C / 28.8°F.
When does it rain most in Ticino?
The wettest month in Ticino is June, averaging about 148 mm / 5.8 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 69 mm / 2.7 in.