Gersau Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Gersau experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from pleasant days
to cold weather.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Gersau is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C in July to a chilly 3°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -4°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Gersau has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1970 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, August, sees around 217 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, January, still receives a respectable 127 mm of snow/rainfall.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Gersau, 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
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gersau.
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
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s to 3 m/s. It is lower in January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and higher in April.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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2 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Gersau 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:
Rainy season in Gersau occurs in the months of May, June, July, August and September.
July has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 217 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 127 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 168 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
