Outdoor activities Potential
Suboptimal
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
July, August, September
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
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The best time to visit Switzerland for hiking is July, August, September, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Switzerland, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Switzerland
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 27Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -3° | 120 |
February | 30Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -2° | 110 |
March | 27Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 0° | 120 |
April | 20Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 3° | 141 |
May | 27Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 7° | 154 |
June | 50Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 11° | 169 |
July | 63Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 162 |
August | 58Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 176 |
September | 58Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 10° | 129 |
October | 30Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 112 |
November | 24Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 1° | 129 |
December | 25Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -2° | 126 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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