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Climate in Zermatt (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)

The graphs below show the monthly weather averages over the year.

Average day and night temperature

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures over the year. Show in Fahrenheit

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Monthly hours of sunshine

The average monthly total hours of sunshine over the year

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Daily percent of sunshine

The mean percent of sunhours during the day over the year

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Monthly precipitation

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, snow, hail etc. Show in Inches

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Monthly rainy days

The average number of days each month with rain, snow, hail etc.

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Average humidity

The mean monthly relative humidity over the year

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Weather Forecasts for Zermatt (Canton of Valais)

Show in Fahrenheit
Sat   Mar 25
3°C | -1°C
NW 7 km/h
12 mm
overcast and showers

overcast and showers

hourly forecast
Sun   Mar 26
3°C | -2°C
NW 7 km/h
10 mm
broken clouds and showers

broken clouds and showers

hourly forecast
Mon   Mar 27
2°C | -6°C
NW 7 km/h
37 mm
overcast and snow

overcast and snow

hourly forecast
5-Day Forecast 10-Day Forecast

The best time of year to visit Zermatt in Switzerland

Even though Zermatt is located in the mountains in summer it still has a nice average temperature of around 22 degrees Celsius (71.5 degrees Fahrenheit). The precipitation in this area is less than in other parts of Switzerland. During winter the temperature often drops below the freezing point and it experiences snowfall regularly.

During the months of June, July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20 degrees Celsius (68°F) and 26 degrees Celsius (79°F).

Other facts from our historical climate data:

  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Zermatt?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May and August.
  • Which is the warmest month in Zermatt?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C (73°F) and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Zermatt?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 3°C (37°F).
  • Which is the wettest month in Zermatt?
    May tops the wettest month list with 171mm (6.7in) of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Zermatt?
    February is the driest month with 76mm (3.0in) of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Zermatt?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 202 hours of sunshine.

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