About Glarus Nord
Glarus Nord is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Glarus (GL), at 47.082° latitude and 9.011° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Glarus Nord, Glarus Nord benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Glarus Nord
The climate in Glarus Nord 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 Glarus Nord and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Glarus Nord: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Glarus Nord: 1991–2020 normals
In Glarus Nord (1200 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.5 °C. The warmest month is July (14.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (−3.7 °C). About 1750 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (222 mm) with a minimum in February (95 mm). On average there are 119 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.5 °C and the absolute minimum −14.2 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −3.7 °C | 8.2 °C | −14.2 °C | 107 | 26 | 0 |
| Feb | −2.7 °C | 9.8 °C | −13.2 °C | 95 | 23 | 0 |
| Mar | 1.4 °C | 14.6 °C | −9.0 °C | 118 | 18 | 0 |
| Apr | 5.6 °C | 19.0 °C | −5.3 °C | 110 | 8 | 0 |
| May | 9.7 °C | 23.5 °C | −0.9 °C | 158 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 12.9 °C | 26.5 °C | 2.8 °C | 194 | 0 | 4 |
| Jul | 14.5 °C | 27.5 °C | 5.2 °C | 222 | 0 | 6 |
| Aug | 14.2 °C | 26.6 °C | 4.7 °C | 222 | 0 | 6 |
| Sep | 10.2 °C | 21.6 °C | 1.1 °C | 154 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 6.1 °C | 18.6 °C | −3.5 °C | 122 | 3 | 0 |
| Nov | 0.9 °C | 14.6 °C | −8.9 °C | 119 | 14 | 0 |
| Dec | −2.7 °C | 9.8 °C | −12.8 °C | 129 | 24 | 0 |
| Year | 5.5 °C | 27.5 °C | −14.2 °C | 1750 | 119 | 18 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Glarus (7 km, 517 m), Einsiedeln (20 km, 911 m), Elm (22 km, 958 m), adjusted to the elevation of Glarus Nord (1200 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Glarus Nord:
- Weather Glarus
- Weather Innerthal
- Weather Glarus Süd
- Weather Reichenburg
- Weather Schänis
- Weather Weesen
- Weather Amden
- Weather Schübelbach
- Weather Vorderthal
- Weather Benken (SG)
- Weather Quarten
- Weather Kaltbrunn
→ Nearby cities · Canton Glarus
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Kerenzerberg
Frequently asked questions about weather in Glarus Nord
What is the weather in Glarus Nord today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Glarus Nord, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Glarus Nord?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Glarus Nord.
Will it rain tomorrow in Glarus Nord?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Glarus Nord.
What is the air quality in Glarus Nord?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Glarus Nord.
Are there weather alerts for Glarus Nord?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Glarus Nord located?
Glarus Nord sits at around 1200 m above sea level in the canton of Glarus. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Glarus Nord?
The warmest month in Glarus Nord is July, averaging 14.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −3.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Glarus Nord per year?
Glarus Nord receives about 1750 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (222 mm), the driest February (95 mm).
When is the best time to visit Glarus Nord?
For warmth and sunshine: July (14.5 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−3.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.