Climate of Zürich, Switzerland
Area-weighted average across Zürich. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Zürich, a subdivision of Switzerland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 0°C / 32°F in January to 18.1°C / 64.6°F in July, with rainfall from 68 mm / 2.7 in to 130 mm / 5.1 in depending on the season (1118 mm / 44 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°C32°F | 68 mm2.7″ | Snowy |
| February | 1.2°C34.2°F | 78 mm3.1″ | Snowy |
| March | 5°C41°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| April | 8.1°C46.6°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| May | 12.9°C55.2°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
| June | 15.8°C60.4°F | 130 mm5.1″ | — |
| July | 18.1°C64.6°F | 124 mm4.9″ | — |
| August | 17.8°C64°F | 119 mm4.7″ | — |
| September | 14.1°C57.4°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| October | 9.3°C48.7°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| November | 4°C39.2°F | 90 mm3.5″ | — |
| December | 1.1°C34°F | 84 mm3.3″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Zürich?
Zürich, Switzerland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 18.1°C / 64.6°F, and the driest is January at 68 mm / 2.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Zürich?
Zürich, Switzerland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 0°C / 32°F in January to 18.1°C / 64.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1118 mm / 44 in, with the wettest month being June (130 mm / 5.1 in) and the driest January (68 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 Zürich?
The hottest month in Zürich is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.1°C / 64.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Zürich?
The coldest month in Zürich is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 0°C / 32°F.
When does it rain most in Zürich?
The wettest month in Zürich is June, averaging about 130 mm / 5.1 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 68 mm / 2.7 in.