About Hochwald
Hochwald is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Solothurn (SO), at 47.456° latitude and 7.643° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Hochwald, Hochwald benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Hochwald
The climate in Hochwald 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 Hochwald and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Hochwald: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Hochwald: 1991–2020 normals
In Hochwald (627 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.1 °C. The warmest month is July (18.1 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.5 °C). About 926 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (107 mm) with a minimum in February (49 mm). The sun shines for about 1697 hours a year, mostly in July (233 h). On average there are 73 frost days and 5 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 30.6 °C and the absolute minimum −9.5 °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 | 0.5 °C | 11.7 °C | −9.5 °C | 52 | 65 | 18 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.6 °C | 13.2 °C | −8.3 °C | 49 | 87 | 16 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.3 °C | 18.3 °C | −5.3 °C | 55 | 138 | 9 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.9 °C | 22.5 °C | −2.0 °C | 70 | 170 | 3 | 0 |
| May | 12.8 °C | 26.1 °C | 2.4 °C | 107 | 189 | 0 | 2 |
| Jun | 16.2 °C | 29.3 °C | 6.2 °C | 96 | 212 | 0 | 7 |
| Jul | 18.1 °C | 30.6 °C | 8.6 °C | 99 | 233 | 0 | 12 |
| Aug | 17.7 °C | 29.8 °C | 8.0 °C | 99 | 216 | 0 | 10 |
| Sep | 13.5 °C | 24.6 °C | 4.3 °C | 78 | 161 | 0 | 2 |
| Oct | 9.3 °C | 20.8 °C | 0.1 °C | 80 | 104 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.3 °C | 15.0 °C | −4.5 °C | 71 | 66 | 8 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.3 °C | 12.4 °C | −8.0 °C | 71 | 56 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 9.1 °C | 30.6 °C | −9.5 °C | 926 | 1697 | 73 | 33 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Basel / Binningen (10 km, 316 m), St. Chrischona (13 km, 493 m), Rünenberg (18 km, 611 m), adjusted to the elevation of Hochwald (627 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Hochwald:
- Weather Büren (SO)
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- Weather Gempen
- Weather Nuglar-St. Pantaleon
- Weather Lupsingen
- Weather Arlesheim
- Weather Seewen
- Weather Grellingen
- Weather Aesch (BL)
- Weather Himmelried
- Weather Ziefen
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Hochwald
What is the weather in Hochwald today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Hochwald, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Hochwald?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Hochwald.
Will it rain tomorrow in Hochwald?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Hochwald.
What is the air quality in Hochwald?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Hochwald.
Are there weather alerts for Hochwald?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Hochwald located?
Hochwald sits at around 627 m above sea level in the canton of Solothurn. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Hochwald?
The warmest month in Hochwald is July, averaging 18.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Hochwald per year?
Hochwald receives about 926 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (107 mm), the driest February (49 mm).
When is the best time to visit Hochwald?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.1 °C on average, 233 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.