Average Monthly Sunshine in Schwyz

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Schwyz receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting Schwyz, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 168 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of December provide just 36 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1385 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Schwyz. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Schwyz’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Schwyz enjoys an average of 1385 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 2010 hours of sunshine annually, with bright, sunny weather in spring and autumn.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

August, Schwyz’s wettest month, receives 215 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 2°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Schwyz Precipitation page.