About Buch am Irchel
Buch am Irchel is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Zurich (ZH), at 47.550° latitude and 8.625° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Buch am Irchel, Buch am Irchel benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Buch am Irchel
The climate in Buch am Irchel 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 Buch am Irchel and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Buch am Irchel: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Buch am Irchel: 1991–2020 normals
In Buch am Irchel (502 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.5 °C. The warmest month is July (18.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.5 °C). About 998 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (112 mm) with a minimum in February (56 mm). The sun shines for about 1627 hours a year, mostly in July (234 h). On average there are 87 frost days and 12 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.2 °C and the absolute minimum −9.8 °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 | 0.5 °C | 11.0 °C | −9.8 °C | 66 | 48 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.3 °C | 13.4 °C | −9.6 °C | 56 | 80 | 20 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.3 °C | 18.8 °C | −5.7 °C | 64 | 136 | 13 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.3 °C | 23.5 °C | −2.4 °C | 70 | 174 | 4 | 1 |
| May | 13.5 °C | 27.3 °C | 2.1 °C | 108 | 192 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.1 °C | 30.9 °C | 5.9 °C | 102 | 214 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 18.9 °C | 32.2 °C | 8.4 °C | 112 | 234 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 18.4 °C | 31.4 °C | 7.8 °C | 105 | 215 | 0 | 15 |
| Sep | 14.1 °C | 26.4 °C | 3.7 °C | 78 | 157 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 9.5 °C | 21.4 °C | −0.7 °C | 80 | 92 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.4 °C | 15.3 °C | −5.1 °C | 74 | 48 | 9 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.3 °C | 11.6 °C | −8.8 °C | 81 | 37 | 19 | 0 |
| Year | 9.5 °C | 32.2 °C | −9.8 °C | 998 | 1627 | 87 | 52 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Zürich / Kloten (10 km, 426 m), Schaffhausen (16 km, 438 m), Zürich / Affoltern (16 km, 444 m), adjusted to the elevation of Buch am Irchel (502 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Buch am Irchel
What is the weather in Buch am Irchel today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Buch am Irchel, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Buch am Irchel?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Buch am Irchel.
Will it rain tomorrow in Buch am Irchel?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Buch am Irchel.
What is the air quality in Buch am Irchel?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Buch am Irchel.
Are there weather alerts for Buch am Irchel?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Buch am Irchel located?
Buch am Irchel sits at around 502 m above sea level in the canton of Zurich. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Buch am Irchel?
The warmest month in Buch am Irchel is July, averaging 18.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Buch am Irchel per year?
Buch am Irchel receives about 998 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (112 mm), the driest February (56 mm).
When is the best time to visit Buch am Irchel?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.9 °C on average, 234 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.