Schwyz Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Schwyz is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months
to very cold in the cooler months.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Schwyz, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July to a very cold 2°C in the coolest month, February.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -5°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Schwyz experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1995 mm of precipitation annually. Schwyz offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between August (221 mm) and January (129 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.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
For those who appreciate different seasons, Schwyz serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 5.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.2 hours of daily sunlight. 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 Schwyz.
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
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s to 3 m/s. It is lower in January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December and higher in April.
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 Schwyz in Switzerland
During the months of 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:
Rainy season in Schwyz 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 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 221 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 129 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 168 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.
