About Luzern
Luzern is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Lucerne (LU), at 47.050° latitude and 8.297° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Luzern, Luzern benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Luzern
The climate in Luzern 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 Luzern and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Luzern: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Luzern: 1991–2020 normals
In Luzern (494 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.0 °C. The warmest month is July (19.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.1 °C). About 1235 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (161 mm) with a minimum in January (56 mm). The sun shines for about 1530 hours a year, mostly in July (209 h). On average there are 76 frost days and 9 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.6 °C and the absolute minimum −7.4 °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 | 1.1 °C | 12.4 °C | −7.4 °C | 56 | 51 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.8 °C | 13.8 °C | −7.3 °C | 60 | 80 | 19 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.8 °C | 19.3 °C | −4.5 °C | 73 | 133 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.7 °C | 23.2 °C | −0.9 °C | 93 | 162 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 13.9 °C | 27.4 °C | 3.4 °C | 142 | 173 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.5 °C | 30.8 °C | 7.5 °C | 156 | 187 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 19.3 °C | 31.6 °C | 10.1 °C | 157 | 209 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 18.8 °C | 30.8 °C | 9.3 °C | 161 | 198 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.7 °C | 26.0 °C | 5.7 °C | 103 | 146 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.2 °C | 21.5 °C | 1.0 °C | 84 | 99 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.1 °C | 16.4 °C | −3.4 °C | 75 | 53 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.8 °C | 12.8 °C | −7.0 °C | 77 | 39 | 18 | 0 |
| Year | 10.0 °C | 31.6 °C | −7.4 °C | 1235 | 1530 | 76 | 50 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Luzern (2 km, 454 m), Pilatus (9 km, 2105 m), Cham (20 km, 443 m), adjusted to the elevation of Luzern (494 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Luzern
What is the weather in Luzern today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Luzern, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Luzern?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Luzern.
Will it rain tomorrow in Luzern?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Luzern.
What is the air quality in Luzern?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Luzern.
Are there weather alerts for Luzern?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Luzern located?
Luzern sits at around 494 m above sea level in the canton of Lucerne. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Luzern?
The warmest month in Luzern is July, averaging 19.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Luzern per year?
Luzern receives about 1235 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (161 mm), the driest January (56 mm).
When is the best time to visit Luzern?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.3 °C on average, 209 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.