Leukerbad Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Leukerbad, Canton of Valais, Switzerland, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 18°C (64°F) in July to -4°C (25°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1720 mm (68 in) per year. June is the wettest month and October the driest. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 9.0 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Leukerbad
In Leukerbad, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 18°C (64°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -4°C (25°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 7°C (45°F) in July to around -13°C (9°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Leukerbad
Leukerbad experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1720 mm (68 in) of precipitation annually. Year-round, Leukerbad has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, June, with 171 mm (6.7 in), and the driest month, October, with 121 mm (4.8 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Leukerbad 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 Leukerbad
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Leukerbad. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Leukerbad by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Leukerbad.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 83%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Leukerbad 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Leukerbad
The best time to visit Leukerbad is during August, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures of 18°C (64°F). With rainfall of 155 mm (6.1 in), you can expect generally favorable weather for your visit during this period.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during May, June and July, the wettest period of the year. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
