Appenzell Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Monthly Temperature in Appenzell

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Appenzell. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July to a chilly 3°C (37°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 13°C (55°F) in July to around -5°C (23°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Appenzell

Appenzell has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1838 mm (72 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Appenzell offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month June (221 mm (8.7 in)) and the driest month January (110 mm (4.3 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Appenzell Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine Hours in Appenzell

For those who appreciate different seasons, Appenzell serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.6 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

Humidity in Appenzell by Month

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Appenzell.

The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 82%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year