Weather in Zurich
What's the weather like in Zurich?
Zurich has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 3°C (37°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July, with overnight lows around -2°C (28°F) and 14°C (57°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Zurich are May through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇭 Switzerland
- Region
- Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Zurich
- Coordinates
- 47.377, 8.542
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C / 37°F | -2°C / 28°F | 70 mm | 15 | 5 |
| February | 5°C / 41°F | -1°C / 30°F | 60 mm | 13 | 4 |
| March | 10°C / 50°F | 2°C / 36°F | 70 mm | 14 | 1 |
| April | 14°C / 57°F | 5°C / 41°F | 85 mm | 14 | 0 |
| May | 19°C / 66°F | 9°C / 48°F | 110 mm | 14 | 0 |
| June | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 54°F | 145 mm | 14 | 0 |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 14°C / 57°F | 135 mm | 13 | 0 |
| August | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 57°F | 135 mm | 12 | 0 |
| September | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 52°F | 95 mm | 11 | 0 |
| October | 14°C / 57°F | 7°C / 45°F | 80 mm | 11 | 0 |
| November | 8°C / 46°F | 2°C / 36°F | 75 mm | 13 | 1 |
| December | 4°C / 39°F | -1°C / 30°F | 75 mm | 14 | 4 |
Zurich by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Zurich?
The most comfortable months in Zurich are usually June, August, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Zurich?
July is typically the hottest month in Zurich, averaging a high of 25°C (77°F).
What is the coldest month in Zurich?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -2°C (28°F).
Does it snow in Zurich?
Yes — Zurich sees some snow, mainly around January (about 5 snow days). Most other months stay snow-free.
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