About Giswil
Giswil is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Obwalden (OW), at 46.836° latitude and 8.121° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Giswil, Giswil benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Giswil
The climate in Giswil 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 Giswil and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Giswil: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Giswil: 1991–2020 normals
In Giswil (1217 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.0 °C. The warmest month is July (14.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.6 °C). About 1566 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (185 mm) with a minimum in February (100 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 26.8 °C and the absolute minimum −13.8 °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 | −2.6 °C | 9.1 °C | −13.8 °C | 109 | 51 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | −1.9 °C | 10.0 °C | −13.0 °C | 100 | 92 | 24 | 0 |
| Mar | 1.8 °C | 14.5 °C | −9.5 °C | 109 | 128 | 19 | 0 |
| Apr | 5.5 °C | 18.3 °C | −5.6 °C | 117 | 146 | 10 | 0 |
| May | 9.5 °C | 22.5 °C | −1.3 °C | 152 | 147 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 12.9 °C | 25.9 °C | 2.6 °C | 164 | 158 | 0 | 5 |
| Jul | 14.5 °C | 26.8 °C | 5.2 °C | 175 | 164 | 0 | 7 |
| Aug | 14.3 °C | 26.2 °C | 4.6 °C | 185 | 157 | 0 | 5 |
| Sep | 10.6 °C | 21.7 °C | 0.8 °C | 118 | 131 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 6.8 °C | 18.8 °C | −3.5 °C | 102 | 112 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 1.8 °C | 14.8 °C | −8.7 °C | 112 | 61 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | −1.8 °C | 10.4 °C | −12.6 °C | 124 | 31 | 26 | 0 |
| Year | 6.0 °C | 26.8 °C | −13.8 °C | 1566 | 1378 | 129 | 18 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Meiringen (12 km, 589 m), Pilatus (19 km, 2105 m), Engelberg (22 km, 1036 m), adjusted to the elevation of Giswil (1217 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Giswil:
- Weather Lungern
- Weather Hofstetten bei Brienz
- Weather Brienzwiler
- Weather Schwanden bei Brienz
- Weather Hasliberg
- Weather Meiringen
- Weather Flühli
- Weather Sachseln
- Weather Sarnen
- Weather Schüpfheim
- Weather Oberried am Brienzersee
- Weather Kerns
→ Nearby cities · Canton Obwalden
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Mörlialp
Frequently asked questions about weather in Giswil
What is the weather in Giswil today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Giswil, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Giswil?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Giswil.
Will it rain tomorrow in Giswil?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Giswil.
What is the air quality in Giswil?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Giswil.
Are there weather alerts for Giswil?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Giswil located?
Giswil sits at around 1217 m above sea level in the canton of Obwalden. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Giswil?
The warmest month in Giswil is July, averaging 14.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Giswil per year?
Giswil receives about 1566 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (185 mm), the driest February (100 mm).
When is the best time to visit Giswil?
For warmth and sunshine: July (14.5 °C on average, 164 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.