Sachseln Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Sachseln experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from pleasant days
to very cold weather.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Sachseln is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 1°C during cooler months like February.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -6°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Sachseln has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2003 mm of rain/snowfall per year. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. August brings wetter days averaging 234 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 rainy days. In contrast, January experiences a drier climate, with about 125 mm of snowfall spread across 15 snowy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Sachseln. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.2 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Sachseln.
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.
Relative humidity over the year
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Sachseln in Switzerland
Other facts from our historical weather data:Rainy season in Sachseln occurs in the months of May, June, July, August and September.
The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
July has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 234 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 125 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 168 hours of sunshine.
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