About Kippel
Kippel is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Valais (VS), at 46.391° latitude and 7.769° longitude. The municipality is part of the Valais Alps, dry continental climate, among the sunniest in Switzerland. Also known as Kippel, Kippel benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Kippel
The climate in Kippel is characteristic of the Valais Alps, dry continental climate, among the sunniest in Switzerland. 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 Kippel and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Kippel: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Kippel: 1991–2020 normals
In Kippel (1568 m), the mean annual temperature is 4.3 °C. The warmest month is July (13.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (−5.6 °C). About 1006 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (112 mm) with a minimum in September (55 mm). The sun shines for about 1570 hours a year, mostly in July (184 h). On average there are 178 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.9 °C and the absolute minimum −17.6 °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 | −5.6 °C | 6.4 °C | −17.6 °C | 95 | 89 | 30 | 0 |
| Feb | −4.3 °C | 8.6 °C | −16.9 °C | 65 | 100 | 27 | 0 |
| Mar | −0.1 °C | 12.6 °C | −13.7 °C | 77 | 132 | 28 | 0 |
| Apr | 4.1 °C | 16.7 °C | −8.6 °C | 59 | 143 | 18 | 0 |
| May | 8.3 °C | 21.6 °C | −4.0 °C | 99 | 155 | 6 | 0 |
| Jun | 12.2 °C | 26.2 °C | −0.5 °C | 82 | 168 | 1 | 3 |
| Jul | 13.7 °C | 26.9 °C | 1.8 °C | 94 | 184 | 0 | 6 |
| Aug | 13.0 °C | 26.1 °C | 1.1 °C | 100 | 172 | 0 | 4 |
| Sep | 9.3 °C | 22.5 °C | −1.9 °C | 55 | 146 | 4 | 0 |
| Oct | 5.2 °C | 19.0 °C | −6.0 °C | 78 | 119 | 12 | 0 |
| Nov | −0.3 °C | 13.3 °C | −12.0 °C | 89 | 83 | 22 | 0 |
| Dec | −4.4 °C | 7.0 °C | −16.0 °C | 112 | 79 | 29 | 0 |
| Year | 4.3 °C | 26.9 °C | −17.6 °C | 1006 | 1570 | 178 | 13 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Blatten, Lötschental (6 km, 1548 m), Visp (11 km, 639 m), Adelboden (20 km, 1321 m), adjusted to the elevation of Kippel (1568 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Kippel
What is the weather in Kippel today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Kippel, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Kippel?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Kippel.
Will it rain tomorrow in Kippel?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Kippel.
What is the air quality in Kippel?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Kippel.
Are there weather alerts for Kippel?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Kippel located?
Kippel sits at around 1568 m above sea level in the canton of Valais. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Kippel?
The warmest month in Kippel is July, averaging 13.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −5.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Kippel per year?
Kippel receives about 1006 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (112 mm), the driest September (55 mm).
When is the best time to visit Kippel?
For warmth and sunshine: July (13.7 °C on average, 184 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−5.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.