About Horgen
Horgen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Zurich (ZH), at 47.234° latitude and 8.572° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Horgen, Horgen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Horgen
The climate in Horgen 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 Horgen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Horgen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Horgen: 1991–2020 normals
In Horgen (495 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.0 °C. The warmest month is July (19.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.0 °C). About 1211 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (147 mm) with a minimum in February (66 mm). The sun shines for about 1697 hours a year, mostly in July (233 h). On average there are 71 frost days and 9 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.8 °C and the absolute minimum −7.8 °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 | 1.0 °C | 11.6 °C | −7.8 °C | 66 | 56 | 19 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.9 °C | 13.4 °C | −7.4 °C | 66 | 87 | 17 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.8 °C | 18.7 °C | −4.1 °C | 73 | 143 | 9 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.8 °C | 23.2 °C | −0.8 °C | 86 | 181 | 2 | 0 |
| May | 13.9 °C | 27.5 °C | 3.5 °C | 132 | 196 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.6 °C | 30.9 °C | 7.5 °C | 137 | 214 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 19.3 °C | 31.8 °C | 10.0 °C | 142 | 233 | 0 | 15 |
| Aug | 18.9 °C | 31.0 °C | 9.3 °C | 147 | 217 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.7 °C | 26.3 °C | 5.6 °C | 102 | 161 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.3 °C | 21.7 °C | 1.4 °C | 90 | 107 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.0 °C | 16.5 °C | −3.2 °C | 80 | 57 | 6 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.8 °C | 12.3 °C | −7.4 °C | 89 | 45 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 10.0 °C | 31.8 °C | −7.8 °C | 1211 | 1697 | 71 | 48 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Wädenswil (8 km, 485 m), Cham (10 km, 443 m), Zürich / Fluntern (16 km, 604 m), adjusted to the elevation of Horgen (495 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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- Weather Menzingen
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Horgen
What is the weather in Horgen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Horgen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Horgen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Horgen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Horgen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Horgen.
What is the air quality in Horgen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Horgen.
Are there weather alerts for Horgen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Horgen located?
Horgen sits at around 495 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 Horgen?
The warmest month in Horgen is July, averaging 19.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Horgen per year?
Horgen receives about 1211 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (147 mm), the driest February (66 mm).
When is the best time to visit Horgen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.3 °C on average, 233 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.