Bülach Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Bülach.
Climate overview of Bülach
Bülach, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) in July, while winters cool to 5°C (41°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1189 mm (47 in) per year. May is the wettest month and February the driest. The city also experiences warm summers and cold winters. The sunniest month is July, with 7.7 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Bülach Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bülach - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Bülach
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Bülach. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 5°C (41°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in July to around -1°C (30°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Bülach
Bülach has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1189 mm (47 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Year-round, Bülach has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, May, with 122 mm (4.8 in), and the driest month, February, with 79 mm (3.1 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Bülach 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 Bülach
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Bülach. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 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 Bülach by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Bülach.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 85%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Bülach
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 3 m/s (6 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, May, June, July, August, September, October and November and highest during February, March, April and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Bülach
Each month is rated for comfortable sightseeing weather — mild temperatures and low rainfall. Tap a month for its full averages; your ideal time may differ for a beach or winter trip (see below).
- Best overall: September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Climate seasons: warm summers and cold winters
- Best for winter weather: January, with freezing nights around -1°C (30°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Bülach
What is the best time to visit Bülach?
September typically offers the most optimal weather in Bülach. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Bülach has warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Bülach?
Daytime highs range from 5°C (41°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -1°C (30°F) to 14°C (57°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Bülach get?
Annual rainfall is around 1189 mm (47 in). May is the wettest month with 122 mm (4.8 in), while February is the driest with 79 mm (3.1 in).
How sunny is Bülach?
Bülach receives around 1,705 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 230 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 48 hours.
Bülach 3-Day Forecast
Bülach 3-Day Forecast
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