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Ependes Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Ependes.
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Climate overview of Ependes
The climate in Ependes, Canton of Fribourg, Switzerland, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 24°C (75°F) in July to 4°C (39°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1472 mm (58 in) per year. May is the wettest month and March the driest. The city also experiences warm summers and cold winters. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 8.6 hours of daily sunshine.
Ependes Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ependes - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Ependes
In Ependes, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 4°C (39°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 13°C (55°F) in July to around -3°C (27°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Ependes
Ependes experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1472 mm (58 in) of precipitation annually. Year-round, Ependes has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, May, with 153 mm (6 in), and the driest month, March, with 101 mm (4 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Ependes 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 Ependes
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Ependes. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Payerne, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Payerne, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).
Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Payerne, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).
Humidity in Ependes by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ependes.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 86%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Payerne, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).
Wind Speed in Ependes
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s (2 knots) and 2 m/s (4 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in July, August, September and October and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Data from: Payerne, Switzerland (16 KM, 10 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Ependes
Conditions in Ependes are generally most comfortable in June, July and August. They are typically least comfortable in January, February, March, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
cold
Feb
wet
Mar
wet
Apr
mixed
May
good
Jun
very good
Jul
very good
Aug
very good
Sep
good
Oct
mixed
Nov
wet
Dec
wet
- Best overall: June, July and August
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -3°C (27°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Ependes
What is the best time to visit Ependes?
June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Ependes. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Ependes has warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Ependes?
Daytime highs range from 4°C (39°F) in January to 24°C (75°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -3°C (27°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Ependes get?
Annual rainfall is around 1472 mm (58 in). May is the wettest month with 153 mm (6 in), while March is the driest with 101 mm (4 in).
How sunny is Ependes?
Ependes receives around 1,841 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 257 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 45 hours.
Ependes 3-Day Forecast
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