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Buchs Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Buchs can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Buchs can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July to a chilly 2°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -7°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Buchs is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1950 mm. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, June, sees around 236 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, January, still receives a respectable 117 mm of snowfall.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine over the year

In Buchs, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.7 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Vaduz, Liechtenstein (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Vaduz, Liechtenstein (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Average humidity

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Buchs.

The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 78%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Vaduz, Liechtenstein (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Forecast for Buchs

Wed   Jan 15
3°C | -5°C
NE 1 m/s
0.3 mm
broken clouds and small chance of slight snow

broken clouds and small chance of slight snow

hourly forecast
Thu   Jan 16
4°C | -4°C
S 1 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Fri   Jan 17
2°C | -6°C
N 1 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
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Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Buchs in Switzerland

During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Buchs?
    Rainy season in Buchs occurs in the months of May, June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Buchs?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Buchs?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Buchs?
    June tops the wettest month list with 236 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Buchs?
    January is the driest month with 117 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Buchs?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 192 hours of sunshine.

    • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

     

     


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