Beckenried Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Beckenried, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 21°C (70°F) and January dropping to 2°C (36°F).
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1963 mm (77 in) per year. August is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from May to September. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 5.6 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Beckenried
Visitors to Beckenried can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 2°C (36°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in July to around -4°C (25°F) during January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Beckenried
Beckenried is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1963 mm (77 in). While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. August brings wetter days averaging 219 mm (8.6 in) of precipitation, spread over 18 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month January experiences a drier climate, with about 126 mm (5 in) of snow/rainfall spread across 15 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Beckenried 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 Beckenried
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Beckenried. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.2 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Beckenried by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Beckenried.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 80%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Beckenried
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) to 3 m/s (6 knots). It is lower in January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and higher in April. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Beckenried 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Beckenried
During June, July, August and September, Beckenried experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 17°C (63°F) and 21°C (70°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 177 mm (7 in) and 219 mm (8.6 in).
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