About Beckenried
Beckenried is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Nidwalden (NW), at 46.928° latitude and 8.477° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Beckenried, Beckenried benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Beckenried
The climate in Beckenried 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 Beckenried and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Beckenried: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Beckenried: 1991–2020 normals
In Beckenried (1509 m), the mean annual temperature is 4.4 °C. The warmest month is July (12.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (−3.7 °C). About 1619 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (206 mm) with a minimum in February (82 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 24.9 °C and the absolute minimum −14.9 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −3.7 °C | 8.9 °C | −14.9 °C | 94 |
| Feb | −3.2 °C | 8.7 °C | −14.4 °C | 82 |
| Mar | 0.1 °C | 12.7 °C | −11.4 °C | 100 |
| Apr | 3.8 °C | 16.2 °C | −7.7 °C | 113 |
| May | 7.7 °C | 20.7 °C | −2.8 °C | 166 |
| Jun | 11.1 °C | 24.3 °C | 0.6 °C | 186 |
| Jul | 12.8 °C | 24.9 °C | 3.4 °C | 198 |
| Aug | 12.5 °C | 23.9 °C | 2.9 °C | 206 |
| Sep | 8.9 °C | 19.9 °C | −0.7 °C | 138 |
| Oct | 5.4 °C | 17.7 °C | −5.0 °C | 114 |
| Nov | 0.5 °C | 13.1 °C | −10.3 °C | 108 |
| Dec | −2.8 °C | 9.4 °C | −13.7 °C | 112 |
| Year | 4.4 °C | 24.9 °C | −14.9 °C | 1619 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Altdorf (12 km, 438 m), Engelberg (13 km, 1036 m), Titlis (18 km, 3045 m), adjusted to the elevation of Beckenried (1509 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Beckenried:
- Weather Emmetten
- Weather Buochs
- Weather Isenthal
- Weather Wolfenschiessen
- Weather Dallenwil
- Weather Oberdorf (NW)
- Weather Seelisberg
- Weather Stans
- Weather Seedorf (UR)
- Weather Vitznau
- Weather Ennetbürgen
- Weather Engelberg
→ Nearby cities · Canton Nidwalden
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Klewenalp-Stockhütte
Frequently asked questions about weather in Beckenried
What is the weather in Beckenried today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Beckenried, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Beckenried?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Beckenried.
Will it rain tomorrow in Beckenried?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Beckenried.
What is the air quality in Beckenried?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Beckenried.
Are there weather alerts for Beckenried?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Beckenried located?
Beckenried sits at around 1509 m above sea level in the canton of Nidwalden. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Beckenried?
The warmest month in Beckenried is July, averaging 12.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −3.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Beckenried per year?
Beckenried receives about 1619 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (206 mm), the driest February (82 mm).
When is the best time to visit Beckenried?
For warmth and sunshine: July (12.8 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−3.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.