About Dallenwil
Dallenwil is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Nidwalden (NW), at 46.923° latitude and 8.383° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Dallenwil, Dallenwil benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Dallenwil
The climate in Dallenwil 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 Dallenwil and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Dallenwil: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Dallenwil: 1991–2020 normals
In Dallenwil (639 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.5 °C. The warmest month is July (17.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.8 °C). About 1324 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (149 mm) with a minimum in October (84 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 29.7 °C and the absolute minimum −9.1 °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 | 1.8 °C | 13.3 °C | −9.1 °C | 90 | 51 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.0 °C | 13.9 °C | −9.1 °C | 88 | 80 | 19 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.1 °C | 17.6 °C | −6.1 °C | 94 | 133 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.5 °C | 21.1 °C | −2.4 °C | 107 | 162 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 12.5 °C | 25.3 °C | 2.4 °C | 131 | 173 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 16.0 °C | 28.7 °C | 6.1 °C | 142 | 187 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 17.8 °C | 29.7 °C | 8.7 °C | 148 | 209 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 17.7 °C | 29.1 °C | 8.2 °C | 149 | 198 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.0 °C | 24.9 °C | 4.7 °C | 98 | 146 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.5 °C | 22.2 °C | 0.4 °C | 84 | 99 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.7 °C | 17.8 °C | −4.6 °C | 90 | 53 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.6 °C | 14.1 °C | −8.1 °C | 104 | 39 | 18 | 0 |
| Year | 9.5 °C | 29.7 °C | −9.1 °C | 1324 | 1530 | 76 | 50 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Engelberg (11 km, 1036 m), Pilatus (12 km, 2105 m), Luzern (14 km, 454 m), adjusted to the elevation of Dallenwil (639 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Dallenwil:
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- Weather Ennetmoos
- Weather Kerns
- Weather Stansstad
- Weather Engelberg
- Weather Beckenried
- Weather Ennetbürgen
- Weather Sarnen
- Weather Emmetten
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Dallenwil
What is the weather in Dallenwil today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Dallenwil, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Dallenwil?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Dallenwil.
Will it rain tomorrow in Dallenwil?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Dallenwil.
What is the air quality in Dallenwil?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Dallenwil.
Are there weather alerts for Dallenwil?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Dallenwil located?
Dallenwil sits at around 639 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 Dallenwil?
The warmest month in Dallenwil is July, averaging 17.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Dallenwil per year?
Dallenwil receives about 1324 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (149 mm), the driest October (84 mm).
When is the best time to visit Dallenwil?
For warmth and sunshine: July (17.8 °C on average, 209 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.