About Fischenthal
Fischenthal is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Zurich (ZH), at 47.315° latitude and 8.891° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Fischenthal, Fischenthal benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Fischenthal
The climate in Fischenthal is characteristic of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. 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 Fischenthal and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Fischenthal: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Fischenthal: 1991–2020 normals
In Fischenthal (765 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.7 °C. The warmest month is July (17.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.7 °C). About 1371 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (163 mm) with a minimum in February (79 mm). The sun shines for about 1593 hours a year, mostly in July (226 h). On average there are 107 frost days and 7 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.2 °C and the absolute minimum −10.4 °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 | 0.7 °C | 11.8 °C | −10.4 °C | 90 | 52 | 23 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.9 °C | 12.4 °C | −9.4 °C | 79 | 78 | 22 | 0 |
| Mar | 4.1 °C | 16.6 °C | −6.3 °C | 107 | 134 | 17 | 0 |
| Apr | 7.9 °C | 20.8 °C | −2.9 °C | 94 | 168 | 7 | 0 |
| May | 12.1 °C | 25.0 °C | 1.7 °C | 143 | 184 | 1 | 3 |
| Jun | 15.6 °C | 27.9 °C | 5.5 °C | 152 | 206 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 17.4 °C | 29.2 °C | 8.0 °C | 154 | 226 | 0 | 14 |
| Aug | 17.2 °C | 28.5 °C | 7.5 °C | 163 | 208 | 0 | 12 |
| Sep | 13.1 °C | 24.0 °C | 3.9 °C | 106 | 152 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 9.4 °C | 21.1 °C | −0.2 °C | 92 | 96 | 3 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.7 °C | 16.8 °C | −5.0 °C | 84 | 51 | 12 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.6 °C | 12.5 °C | −8.7 °C | 105 | 38 | 22 | 0 |
| Year | 8.7 °C | 29.2 °C | −10.4 °C | 1371 | 1593 | 107 | 42 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Hörnli (7 km, 1133 m), Ebnat-Kappel (17 km, 623 m), Aadorf / Tänikon (18 km, 539 m), adjusted to the elevation of Fischenthal (765 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Fischenthal
What is the weather in Fischenthal today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Fischenthal, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Fischenthal?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Fischenthal.
Will it rain tomorrow in Fischenthal?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Fischenthal.
What is the air quality in Fischenthal?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Fischenthal.
Are there weather alerts for Fischenthal?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Fischenthal located?
Fischenthal sits at around 765 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 Fischenthal?
The warmest month in Fischenthal is July, averaging 17.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Fischenthal per year?
Fischenthal receives about 1371 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (163 mm), the driest February (79 mm).
When is the best time to visit Fischenthal?
For warmth and sunshine: July (17.4 °C on average, 226 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.