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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Kehrsiten.
Kehrsiten, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 22°C (72°F) and January dropping to 3°C (37°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1962 mm (77 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from May to September, with pleasant summers and cold winters. August is the wettest month. The sunniest month is July, with 5.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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Visitors to Kehrsiten can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in July to a chilly 3°C (37°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 13°C (55°F) in July to -3°C (27°F) in January.
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Kehrsiten is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1962 mm (77 in). The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, August, sees around 218 mm (8.6 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, January, still receives a respectable 125 mm (4.9 in) of snow/rainfall. For more details, please visit our Kehrsiten Precipitation page.
In Kehrsiten, 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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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kehrsiten.
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.
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?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
September typically offers the most optimal weather in Kehrsiten. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Kehrsiten has a distinct rainy season from May to September, with pleasant summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 3°C (37°F) in January to 22°C (72°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -3°C (27°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1962 mm (77 in). August is the wettest month with 218 mm (8.6 in), while January is the driest with 125 mm (4.9 in).
Kehrsiten receives around 1,385 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 168 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 36 hours.
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