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Sornico Climate by Month

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 day and night temperature

Visitors to Sornico can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average 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 average around -10°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

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.

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 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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Lucarno, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Lucarno, Switzerland (25 KM, 15 Miles).

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.

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    Forecast for Sornico

    Thu   Nov 21
    0°C | -8°C
    S 7 km/h
    52 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow

    Fri   Nov 22
    -1°C | -10°C
    N 11 km/h
    1.5 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    2°C | -11°C
    NW 7 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain