About Altishofen
Altishofen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Lucerne (LU), at 47.162° latitude and 7.929° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Altishofen, Altishofen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Altishofen
The climate in Altishofen is characteristic of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. 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 Altishofen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Altishofen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Altishofen: 1991–2020 normals
In Altishofen (530 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.5 °C. The warmest month is July (18.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.3 °C). About 1165 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (127 mm) with a minimum in February (70 mm). The sun shines for about 1651 hours a year, mostly in July (243 h). On average there are 92 frost days and 12 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.2 °C and the absolute minimum −8.9 °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 | 1.3 °C | 11.4 °C | −8.9 °C | 79 | 43 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.6 °C | 13.1 °C | −8.6 °C | 70 | 81 | 20 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.1 °C | 17.7 °C | −5.3 °C | 79 | 140 | 16 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.8 °C | 22.3 °C | −2.1 °C | 84 | 176 | 5 | 1 |
| May | 13.0 °C | 26.4 °C | 2.4 °C | 123 | 196 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 16.7 °C | 30.0 °C | 6.1 °C | 116 | 221 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 18.5 °C | 31.2 °C | 8.9 °C | 127 | 243 | 0 | 17 |
| Aug | 18.1 °C | 30.4 °C | 8.3 °C | 123 | 219 | 0 | 15 |
| Sep | 14.0 °C | 25.6 °C | 4.6 °C | 92 | 158 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.0 °C | 21.3 °C | 0.4 °C | 90 | 95 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.1 °C | 15.8 °C | −3.9 °C | 83 | 46 | 10 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.1 °C | 12.1 °C | −7.4 °C | 98 | 33 | 19 | 0 |
| Year | 9.5 °C | 31.2 °C | −8.9 °C | 1165 | 1651 | 92 | 53 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Wynau (15 km, 422 m), Napf (18 km, 1404 m), Gösgen (23 km, 380 m), adjusted to the elevation of Altishofen (530 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Altishofen
What is the weather in Altishofen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Altishofen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Altishofen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Altishofen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Altishofen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Altishofen.
What is the air quality in Altishofen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Altishofen.
Are there weather alerts for Altishofen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Altishofen located?
Altishofen sits at around 530 m above sea level in the canton of Lucerne. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Altishofen?
The warmest month in Altishofen is July, averaging 18.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Altishofen per year?
Altishofen receives about 1165 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (127 mm), the driest February (70 mm).
When is the best time to visit Altishofen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.5 °C on average, 243 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.