About Erstfeld
Erstfeld is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Uri (UR), at 46.813° latitude and 8.601° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Erstfeld, Erstfeld benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Erstfeld
The climate in Erstfeld 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 Erstfeld and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Erstfeld: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Erstfeld: 1991–2020 normals
In Erstfeld (1062 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.0 °C. The warmest month is July (15.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.1 °C). About 1423 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (183 mm) with a minimum in February (72 mm). The sun shines for about 1378 hours a year, mostly in July (164 h). On average there are 129 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.2 °C and the absolute minimum −11.9 °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 | −1.1 °C | 11.4 °C | −11.9 °C | 83 | 51 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.6 °C | 11.1 °C | −11.5 °C | 72 | 92 | 24 | 0 |
| Mar | 2.7 °C | 15.1 °C | −8.6 °C | 87 | 128 | 19 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.3 °C | 18.5 °C | −5.2 °C | 98 | 146 | 10 | 0 |
| May | 10.3 °C | 23.0 °C | −0.4 °C | 143 | 147 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 13.6 °C | 26.6 °C | 3.2 °C | 165 | 158 | 0 | 5 |
| Jul | 15.3 °C | 27.2 °C | 5.9 °C | 172 | 164 | 0 | 7 |
| Aug | 15.0 °C | 26.3 °C | 5.4 °C | 183 | 157 | 0 | 5 |
| Sep | 11.4 °C | 22.3 °C | 1.8 °C | 124 | 131 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 7.9 °C | 20.1 °C | −2.5 °C | 101 | 112 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.0 °C | 15.5 °C | −7.6 °C | 96 | 61 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | −0.3 °C | 11.8 °C | −10.9 °C | 99 | 31 | 26 | 0 |
| Year | 7.0 °C | 27.2 °C | −11.9 °C | 1423 | 1378 | 129 | 18 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Altdorf (8 km, 438 m), Titlis (14 km, 3045 m), Engelberg (15 km, 1036 m), adjusted to the elevation of Erstfeld (1062 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Erstfeld:
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- Weather Attinghausen
- Weather Seedorf (UR)
- Weather Altdorf (UR)
- Weather Isenthal
- Weather Flüelen
- Weather Spiringen
- Weather Wassen
- Weather Sisikon
- Weather Emmetten
Frequently asked questions about weather in Erstfeld
What is the weather in Erstfeld today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Erstfeld, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Erstfeld?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Erstfeld.
Will it rain tomorrow in Erstfeld?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Erstfeld.
What is the air quality in Erstfeld?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Erstfeld.
Are there weather alerts for Erstfeld?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Erstfeld located?
Erstfeld sits at around 1062 m above sea level in the canton of Uri. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Erstfeld?
The warmest month in Erstfeld is July, averaging 15.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Erstfeld per year?
Erstfeld receives about 1423 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (183 mm), the driest February (72 mm).
When is the best time to visit Erstfeld?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.3 °C on average, 164 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.