Switzerland

Switzerland Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Switzerland in July.

Planning a getaway to Switzerland this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Switzerland in July

Switzerland offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In July, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. July is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Ulrichen at 15°C (59°F) to warm in Balerna at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Balerna and 5°C (41°F) in Ulrichen. On average, July is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Switzerland.

For specific regional insights in Switzerland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Sta Maria Val Müstair with an average of 105 mm (4.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Unterterzen with 266 mm (10 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in July. Zermatt typically receives 202 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Switzerland by month

Best Places to Visit in Switzerland in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Switzerland.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Switzerland

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Switzerland?

Temperature range in Switzerland (July)

Precipitation variation in Switzerland (July)

Zermatt

In July Zermatt generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
202 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Grindelwald

In July Grindelwald generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
219 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
212 mm (8.3 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Nendaz

In July Nendaz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
270 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Zürich

In July Zürich generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
230 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Davos

In July Davos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
188 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
181 mm (7.1 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Switzerland in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zermatt 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)
Interlaken 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 226 mm (8.9 in)
Zürich 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Davos 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Lauterbrunnen 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)
Lucerne 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)

Switzerland weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Switzerland in July?

Switzerland typically experiences poor weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Zermatt average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Switzerland in July?

Average temperatures in Switzerland during July range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Zermatt.

Does Switzerland get a lot of rain in July?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Zermatt records an average of 188 mm (7.4 in) in July, putting it among the wetter months for Switzerland.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Switzerland?

In our opinion, July may not be the ideal time to visit Switzerland due to the typically poor weather in Zermatt.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Zermatt.

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