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Outdoor activities Potential

72/100

Good

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

September, May, June

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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0°C – 17°C

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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Appenzellerland?

The best time to visit Appenzellerland for hiking is September, May, June, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.

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See at a glance which months offer the best outdoor activities conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.

Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Appenzellerland, with open trails and longer daylight hours.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Appenzellerland

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
34Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
79
February
36Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
72
March
33Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
87
April
42Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
99
May
65Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
12°141
June
65Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
16°149
July
62Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°157
August
63Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°153
September
72Good
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°117
October
50Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
101
November
32Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
97
December
32Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
96

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Appenzellerland

When is the best time to visit Appenzellerland for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Appenzellerland for outdoor activities is typically in September, May, June, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Appenzellerland?

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Rainy season typically: July–August. It is generally better to avoid these months for outdoor activities.

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