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Sornico Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Sornico can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months, and very cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Sornico can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -2°C during cooler months like January.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -10°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Sornico is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1841 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, August receives heavy rainfall, averaging 197 mm of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less snowfall, with 90 mm over 14 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Sornico Precipitation page.

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

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Sornico. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.9 hours, November marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.8 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Lucarno, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Lucarno, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Lucarno, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Average humidity

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Sornico.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 75%. In March, 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
Data from: Lucarno, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Forecast for Sornico

Wed   Jan 15
5°C | -3°C
N 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Thu   Jan 16
1°C | -9°C
NW 1 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Fri   Jan 17
1°C | -9°C
NW 1 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Sornico in Switzerland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is winter in Sornico?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February, November and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Sornico?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Sornico?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Sornico?
    August tops the wettest month list with 197 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Sornico?
    February is the driest month with 90 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Sornico?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 267 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.

     

     


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