About Buochs
Buochs is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Nidwalden (NW), at 46.964° latitude and 8.417° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Buochs, Buochs benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Buochs
The climate in Buochs 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 Buochs and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Buochs: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Buochs: 1991–2020 normals
In Buochs (581 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.9 °C. The warmest month is July (18.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (2.1 °C). About 1282 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (145 mm) with a minimum in October (81 mm). The sun shines for about 1530 hours a year, mostly in July (209 h). On average there are 76 frost days and 9 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 30.1 °C and the absolute minimum −8.3 °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 | 2.1 °C | 13.3 °C | −8.3 °C | 84 | 51 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.3 °C | 14.2 °C | −8.2 °C | 84 | 80 | 19 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.5 °C | 18.0 °C | −5.5 °C | 90 | 133 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.9 °C | 21.4 °C | −1.8 °C | 104 | 162 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 12.9 °C | 25.7 °C | 2.9 °C | 129 | 173 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 16.4 °C | 29.0 °C | 6.6 °C | 140 | 187 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 18.3 °C | 30.1 °C | 9.2 °C | 143 | 209 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 18.1 °C | 29.5 °C | 8.6 °C | 145 | 198 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.4 °C | 25.2 °C | 5.2 °C | 95 | 146 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.8 °C | 22.2 °C | 0.8 °C | 81 | 99 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.9 °C | 17.8 °C | −3.9 °C | 86 | 53 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.9 °C | 14.1 °C | −7.4 °C | 100 | 39 | 18 | 0 |
| Year | 9.9 °C | 30.1 °C | −8.3 °C | 1282 | 1530 | 76 | 50 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Luzern (12 km, 454 m), Pilatus (13 km, 2105 m), Engelberg (16 km, 1036 m), adjusted to the elevation of Buochs (581 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Buochs
What is the weather in Buochs today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Buochs, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Buochs?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Buochs.
Will it rain tomorrow in Buochs?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Buochs.
What is the air quality in Buochs?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Buochs.
Are there weather alerts for Buochs?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Buochs located?
Buochs sits at around 581 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 Buochs?
The warmest month in Buochs is July, averaging 18.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 2.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Buochs per year?
Buochs receives about 1282 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (145 mm), the driest October (81 mm).
When is the best time to visit Buochs?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.3 °C on average, 209 h of sun). The coldest month is January (2.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.