Engelberg Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Engelberg, Obwalden, Switzerland, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 19°C (66°F) and January dropping to -1°C (30°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 2003 mm (79 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 Engelberg
Visitors to Engelberg can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July to a very cold -1°C (30°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 9°C (48°F) in July to -8°C (18°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Engelberg
Engelberg is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2003 mm (79 in). The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, August, sees around 239 mm (9.4 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 124 mm (4.9 in) of snowfall. For more details, please visit our Engelberg 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 Engelberg
In Engelberg, 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.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Engelberg by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Engelberg.
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 Engelberg
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)
Engelberg 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Engelberg
Weather conditions in Engelberg change throughout the year, providing varied experiences for travelers. Each season offers its own distinct characteristics. If we needed to point out one month as the best to visit, it would be October, a good month to visit with 145 mm (5.7 in) of rainfall.Keep in mind that May, June, July, August and September represent the wettest months of the year. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
