Neuchâtel Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Neuchâtel experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from warm days
to cold weather.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Neuchâtel is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C in July to a chilly 4°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -2°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Neuchâtel has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1500 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The wettest period in Neuchâtel occurs in July, which receives around 150 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Neuchâtel experiences high rainfall, totaling approximately 106 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.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 Neuchâtel, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.5 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 Neuchâtel.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 86%. 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
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s and 2 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in July, August, September and October and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Neuchâtel in Switzerland
During the months of June, 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:
July has an average maximum temperature of 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 150 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 106 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 257 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.
