Emmetten Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Emmetten, Nidwalden, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) in July, while winters cool to 2°C (36°F) in January.
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1972 mm (78 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from May to September. August is the wettest month. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 5.6 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Emmetten
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 (70°F) in July to a very cold 2°C (36°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 11°C (52°F) in July to -5°C (23°F) in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Emmetten
Emmetten has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1972 mm (78 in) of rain/snowfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, August, sees around 221 mm (8.7 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, January, still receives a respectable 126 mm (5 in) of snow/rainfall. For more details, please visit our Emmetten 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 Emmetten
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.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Emmetten by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Emmetten.
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 Emmetten
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 3 m/s (6 knots) in April. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Emmetten 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Emmetten
During the months of June, July and September, Emmetten enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 17°C (62°F) to 21°C (69°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 177 mm (7 in) in September to 214 mm (8.4 in) in July. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.
The rainy season falls during May, June, July, August and September, bringing heavy precipitation. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
