About Alpthal
Alpthal is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Schwyz (SZ), at 47.056° latitude and 8.715° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Alpthal, Alpthal benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Alpthal
The climate in Alpthal 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 Alpthal and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Alpthal: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Alpthal: 1991–2020 normals
In Alpthal (1106 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.2 °C. The warmest month is July (15.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.5 °C). About 1684 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (197 mm) with a minimum in February (97 mm). On average there are 123 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.5 °C and the absolute minimum −14.4 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.5 °C | 9.2 °C | −14.4 °C | 98 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | −2.0 °C | 10.3 °C | −14.1 °C | 97 | 24 | 0 |
| Mar | 1.8 °C | 14.7 °C | −10.0 °C | 117 | 19 | 0 |
| Apr | 5.8 °C | 19.1 °C | −5.3 °C | 116 | 9 | 0 |
| May | 9.9 °C | 23.2 °C | −0.5 °C | 174 | 1 | 0 |
| Jun | 13.5 °C | 26.5 °C | 3.3 °C | 187 | 0 | 4 |
| Jul | 15.3 °C | 27.5 °C | 5.8 °C | 196 | 0 | 6 |
| Aug | 15.0 °C | 26.8 °C | 5.3 °C | 197 | 0 | 6 |
| Sep | 10.9 °C | 22.5 °C | 1.2 °C | 144 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 6.9 °C | 19.4 °C | −2.9 °C | 116 | 3 | 0 |
| Nov | 1.8 °C | 15.0 °C | −8.5 °C | 115 | 14 | 0 |
| Dec | −1.5 °C | 10.5 °C | −12.7 °C | 127 | 25 | 0 |
| Year | 6.2 °C | 27.5 °C | −14.4 °C | 1684 | 123 | 16 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Einsiedeln (9 km, 911 m), Wädenswil (19 km, 485 m), Altdorf (20 km, 438 m), adjusted to the elevation of Alpthal (1106 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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→ Nearby cities · Canton Schwyz
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Mythenregion / Brunni
Frequently asked questions about weather in Alpthal
What is the weather in Alpthal today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Alpthal, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Alpthal?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Alpthal.
Will it rain tomorrow in Alpthal?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Alpthal.
What is the air quality in Alpthal?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Alpthal.
Are there weather alerts for Alpthal?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Alpthal located?
Alpthal sits at around 1106 m above sea level in the canton of Schwyz. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Alpthal?
The warmest month in Alpthal is July, averaging 15.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Alpthal per year?
Alpthal receives about 1684 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (197 mm), the driest February (97 mm).
When is the best time to visit Alpthal?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.3 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.