Average monthly wind speed in Unterwasser

The mean monthly wind speed over the year in Unterwasser (St.Gallen Canton), Switzerland.

Annually, wind speeds in Unterwasser vary between 5 m/s (10 knots) at their lowest and 8 m/s (16 knots) at their peak.

An average wind speed of 5 m/s (10 knots) in April, May and June means the wind is quite constant and noticeable for much of the month. There may still be stronger gusts or calmer moments, but windy conditions are the norm. Larger branches would start swaying, and dust, leaves, and small objects would often blow around.

For outdoor activities, you’d likely feel the wind frequently pushing against you. It could make, for example, running or cycling more tiring. Still, it's not so strong that it becomes uncomfortable. The average speed is around 18 km/h or 11 mph. At this speed, wind- and kitesurfing become very enjoyable.

In contrast, wind speeds average 8 m/s (16 knots) during January. This means most days have very strong winds that make walking hard work and cause large trees to bend significantly. Small branches break off regularly. The measurement represents 28.8 km/h or 17.9 mph. There may still be stronger gusts or calmer moments, but powerful winds dominate.

For more detailed information about Unterwasser’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Unterwasser climate page.