Horgen Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Horgen.
Climate overview of Horgen
Horgen, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 24°C (75°F) in July, while winters cool to 5°C (41°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1531 mm (60 in) per year. June is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences warm summers and cold winters. The sunniest month is July, with 7.7 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Horgen Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Horgen - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Horgen
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Horgen. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 5°C (41°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in July to around -2°C (28°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Horgen
Horgen has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1531 mm (60 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Year-round, Horgen has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, June, with 162 mm (6.4 in), and the driest month, January, with 101 mm (4 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Horgen 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 Horgen
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Horgen. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Horgen by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Horgen.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 85%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Horgen
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 3 m/s (6 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, May, June, July, August, September, October and November and highest during February, March, April and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Horgen
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: June, July, August and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -2°C (28°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Horgen
What is the best time to visit Horgen?
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Horgen. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Horgen has warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Horgen?
Daytime highs range from 5°C (41°F) in January to 24°C (75°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -2°C (28°F) to 14°C (57°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Horgen get?
Annual rainfall is around 1531 mm (60 in). June is the wettest month with 162 mm (6.4 in), while January is the driest with 101 mm (4 in).
How sunny is Horgen?
Horgen receives around 1,705 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 230 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 48 hours.
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