About Alpnach
Alpnach is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Obwalden (OW), at 46.979° latitude and 8.256° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Alpnach, Alpnach benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Alpnach
The climate in Alpnach is characteristic of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Temperatures, precipitation and wind conditions vary throughout the year with local features linked to altitude and surrounding terrain. Our data comes from official weather stations and real-time Netatmo sensors for Alpnach and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Alpnach: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Alpnach: 1991–2020 normals
In Alpnach (2015 m), the mean annual temperature is 2.8 °C. The warmest month is August (10.3 °C on average) and the coldest February (−4.0 °C). About 1942 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (200 mm) with a minimum in October (103 mm). The sun shines for about 1672 hours a year, mostly in August (160 h). On average there are 185 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 20.5 °C and the absolute minimum −14.7 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Sunshine (h) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −3.4 °C | 6.8 °C | −14.3 °C | 187 | 120 | 29 | 0 |
| Feb | −4.0 °C | 7.6 °C | −14.7 °C | 185 | 127 | 26 | 0 |
| Mar | −2.0 °C | 8.8 °C | −12.7 °C | 173 | 150 | 26 | 0 |
| Apr | 0.6 °C | 11.4 °C | −9.5 °C | 185 | 151 | 21 | 0 |
| May | 4.5 °C | 15.5 °C | −4.8 °C | 155 | 147 | 12 | 0 |
| Jun | 8.0 °C | 18.9 °C | −1.1 °C | 165 | 142 | 4 | 0 |
| Jul | 10.0 °C | 20.5 °C | 1.4 °C | 162 | 157 | 1 | 0 |
| Aug | 10.3 °C | 20.2 °C | 1.0 °C | 165 | 160 | 1 | 0 |
| Sep | 6.9 °C | 16.6 °C | −2.2 °C | 113 | 149 | 6 | 0 |
| Oct | 4.5 °C | 15.3 °C | −6.1 °C | 103 | 154 | 11 | 0 |
| Nov | 0.1 °C | 11.4 °C | −10.4 °C | 149 | 112 | 21 | 0 |
| Dec | −2.5 °C | 8.2 °C | −13.3 °C | 200 | 103 | 27 | 0 |
| Year | 2.8 °C | 20.5 °C | −14.7 °C | 1942 | 1672 | 185 | 0 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Pilatus (0 km, 2105 m), Luzern (7 km, 454 m), Engelberg (21 km, 1036 m), adjusted to the elevation of Alpnach (2015 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Alpnach:
- Weather Hergiswil (NW)
- Weather Schwarzenberg
- Weather Ennetmoos
- Weather Stansstad
- Weather Sarnen
- Weather Kriens
- Weather Horw
- Weather Luzern
- Weather Stans
- Weather Malters
- Weather Kerns
- Weather Oberdorf (NW)
→ Nearby cities · Canton Obwalden
Frequently asked questions about weather in Alpnach
What is the weather in Alpnach today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Alpnach, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Alpnach?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Alpnach.
Will it rain tomorrow in Alpnach?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Alpnach.
What is the air quality in Alpnach?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Alpnach.
Are there weather alerts for Alpnach?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Alpnach located?
Alpnach sits at around 2015 m above sea level in the canton of Obwalden. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Alpnach?
The warmest month in Alpnach is August, averaging 10.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at −4.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Alpnach per year?
Alpnach receives about 1942 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (200 mm), the driest October (103 mm).
When is the best time to visit Alpnach?
For warmth and sunshine: August (10.3 °C on average, 160 h of sun). The coldest month is February (−4.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.