About Greifensee
Greifensee is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Zurich (ZH), at 47.366° latitude and 8.680° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Greifensee, Greifensee benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Greifensee
The climate in Greifensee 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 Greifensee and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Greifensee: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Greifensee: 1991–2020 normals
In Greifensee (443 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.4 °C. The warmest month is July (19.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.6 °C). About 1102 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (125 mm) with a minimum in February (60 mm). The sun shines for about 1679 hours a year, mostly in July (231 h). On average there are 74 frost days and 9 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.5 °C and the absolute minimum −7.7 °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 | 1.6 °C | 12.1 °C | −7.7 °C | 64 | 56 | 19 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.4 °C | 14.0 °C | −7.2 °C | 60 | 86 | 17 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.4 °C | 19.3 °C | −3.7 °C | 71 | 141 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 10.3 °C | 23.9 °C | −0.3 °C | 79 | 177 | 2 | 0 |
| May | 14.3 °C | 28.0 °C | 4.0 °C | 124 | 193 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.9 °C | 31.4 °C | 7.9 °C | 124 | 210 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 19.7 °C | 32.5 °C | 10.5 °C | 125 | 231 | 0 | 15 |
| Aug | 19.3 °C | 31.7 °C | 9.8 °C | 121 | 216 | 0 | 13 |
| Sep | 15.0 °C | 26.8 °C | 6.0 °C | 88 | 162 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.6 °C | 22.0 °C | 1.6 °C | 84 | 105 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.5 °C | 16.6 °C | −2.7 °C | 77 | 57 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.3 °C | 12.5 °C | −6.6 °C | 84 | 45 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 10.4 °C | 32.5 °C | −7.7 °C | 1102 | 1679 | 74 | 46 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Zürich / Fluntern (9 km, 604 m), Zürich / Affoltern (14 km, 444 m), Wädenswil (16 km, 485 m), adjusted to the elevation of Greifensee (443 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Greifensee
What is the weather in Greifensee today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Greifensee, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Greifensee?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Greifensee.
Will it rain tomorrow in Greifensee?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Greifensee.
What is the air quality in Greifensee?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Greifensee.
Are there weather alerts for Greifensee?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Greifensee located?
Greifensee sits at around 443 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 Greifensee?
The warmest month in Greifensee is July, averaging 19.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Greifensee per year?
Greifensee receives about 1102 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (125 mm), the driest February (60 mm).
When is the best time to visit Greifensee?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.7 °C on average, 231 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.