About Emmen
Emmen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Lucerne (LU), at 47.076° latitude and 8.261° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Emmen, Emmen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Emmen
The climate in Emmen 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 Emmen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Emmen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Emmen: 1991–2020 normals
In Emmen (428 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.5 °C. The warmest month is July (19.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (2.1 °C). About 1203 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (148 mm) with a minimum in January (64 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 31.6 °C and the absolute minimum −6.9 °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 | 2.1 °C | 13.1 °C | −6.9 °C | 64 | 51 | 20 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.6 °C | 14.5 °C | −6.8 °C | 68 | 80 | 19 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.3 °C | 19.3 °C | −4.1 °C | 76 | 133 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 10.0 °C | 23.0 °C | −0.6 °C | 94 | 162 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 14.1 °C | 27.2 °C | 3.8 °C | 132 | 173 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.7 °C | 30.6 °C | 7.8 °C | 143 | 187 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 19.5 °C | 31.6 °C | 10.4 °C | 144 | 209 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 19.1 °C | 30.8 °C | 9.6 °C | 148 | 198 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 15.1 °C | 26.2 °C | 6.1 °C | 96 | 146 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 11.0 °C | 22.2 °C | 1.5 °C | 79 | 99 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 6.0 °C | 17.3 °C | −2.8 °C | 76 | 53 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.8 °C | 13.8 °C | −6.4 °C | 83 | 39 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 10.5 °C | 31.6 °C | −6.9 °C | 1203 | 1530 | 76 | 50 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Luzern (5 km, 454 m), Pilatus (11 km, 2105 m), Cham (20 km, 443 m), adjusted to the elevation of Emmen (428 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Emmen
What is the weather in Emmen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Emmen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Emmen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Emmen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Emmen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Emmen.
What is the air quality in Emmen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Emmen.
Are there weather alerts for Emmen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Emmen located?
Emmen sits at around 428 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 Emmen?
The warmest month in Emmen is July, averaging 19.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 2.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Emmen per year?
Emmen receives about 1203 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (148 mm), the driest January (64 mm).
When is the best time to visit Emmen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.5 °C on average, 209 h of sun). The coldest month is January (2.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.