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Emmetten Climate by Month

The temperature in Emmetten can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to very cold. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Emmetten. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July to a very cold 2°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -5°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Emmetten has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1972 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, August, sees around 221 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, January, still receives a respectable 126 mm of snow/rainfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Emmetten, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.2 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (13 KM, 8 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Emmetten 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 Emmetten?
    Rainy season in Emmetten occurs in the months of May, June, July, August and September.
  • When is winter in Emmetten?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Emmetten?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Emmetten?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Emmetten?
    August tops the wettest month list with 221 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Emmetten?
    January is the driest month with 126 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Emmetten?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 168 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Emmetten

    Wed   Dec 11
    1°C | -2°C
    S 7 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Thu   Dec 12
    2°C | -3°C
    S 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    4°C | -2°C
    SE 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain