Giswil Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to very cold in Giswil. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 0°C (32°F) during cooler months like February.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 10°C (50°F) in July to around -7°C (19°F) during February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Giswil has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2001 mm (79 in) of rain/snowfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. August brings wetter days averaging 236 mm (9.3 in) of precipitation, spread over 18 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month January experiences a drier climate, with about 125 mm (4.9 in) of snowfall spread across 16 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Giswil Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Giswil. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Giswil.

The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 83%. 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