About Fribourg
Fribourg is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Fribourg (FR), at 46.804° latitude and 7.165° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Fribourg, Fribourg benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Fribourg
The climate in Fribourg 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 Fribourg and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Fribourg: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Fribourg: 1991–2020 normals
In Fribourg (572 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.8 °C. The warmest month is July (19.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.2 °C). About 984 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (112 mm) with a minimum in February (49 mm). The sun shines for about 1832 hours a year, mostly in July (254 h). On average there are 94 frost days and 8 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.5 °C and the absolute minimum −9.8 °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 | 1.2 °C | 12.4 °C | −9.8 °C | 50 | 60 | 22 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.9 °C | 14.0 °C | −9.4 °C | 49 | 95 | 20 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.6 °C | 18.3 °C | −5.3 °C | 59 | 158 | 14 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.1 °C | 22.4 °C | −2.0 °C | 75 | 187 | 5 | 0 |
| May | 13.3 °C | 26.6 °C | 2.0 °C | 112 | 208 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 17.0 °C | 30.0 °C | 5.8 °C | 106 | 235 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 19.0 °C | 31.5 °C | 8.3 °C | 110 | 254 | 0 | 15 |
| Aug | 18.6 °C | 30.8 °C | 7.6 °C | 110 | 236 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.3 °C | 26.0 °C | 3.9 °C | 86 | 179 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.1 °C | 21.6 °C | −0.6 °C | 89 | 113 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.0 °C | 16.4 °C | −4.7 °C | 71 | 61 | 10 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.9 °C | 12.9 °C | −8.2 °C | 66 | 46 | 20 | 0 |
| Year | 9.8 °C | 31.5 °C | −9.8 °C | 984 | 1832 | 94 | 46 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Fribourg / Grangeneuve (5 km, 651 m), Plaffeien (10 km, 1042 m), Payerne (17 km, 490 m), adjusted to the elevation of Fribourg (572 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Fribourg
What is the weather in Fribourg today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Fribourg, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Fribourg?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Fribourg.
Will it rain tomorrow in Fribourg?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Fribourg.
What is the air quality in Fribourg?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Fribourg.
Are there weather alerts for Fribourg?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Fribourg located?
Fribourg sits at around 572 m above sea level in the canton of Fribourg. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Fribourg?
The warmest month in Fribourg is July, averaging 19.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Fribourg per year?
Fribourg receives about 984 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (112 mm), the driest February (49 mm).
When is the best time to visit Fribourg?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.0 °C on average, 254 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.