Sankt Niklaus Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Sankt Niklaus is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from mild during the warmest months
to very cold in the cooler months.
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
In Sankt Niklaus, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in July to a very cold -6°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -14°C in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Sankt Niklaus experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1589 mm of precipitation annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, May, sees around 160 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 97 mm of snowfall.
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 Sankt Niklaus, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.8 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 Sankt Niklaus.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 70%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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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 Sankt Niklaus in Switzerland
Other facts from our historical weather data:Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May, June, July and November.
July has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -6°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 160 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 97 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 202 hours of sunshine.
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