About Menzingen
Menzingen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Zug (ZG), at 47.170° latitude and 8.598° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Menzingen, Menzingen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Menzingen
The climate in Menzingen is characteristic of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. 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 Menzingen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Menzingen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Menzingen: 1991–2020 normals
In Menzingen (783 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.2 °C. The warmest month is July (17.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.7 °C). About 1390 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (168 mm) with a minimum in February (77 mm). The sun shines for about 1705 hours a year, mostly in July (234 h). On average there are 84 frost days and 6 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.9 °C and the absolute minimum −10.4 °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 | −0.7 °C | 10.2 °C | −10.4 °C | 78 | 56 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.1 °C | 11.8 °C | −10.0 °C | 77 | 87 | 19 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.9 °C | 16.9 °C | −6.5 °C | 88 | 144 | 12 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.0 °C | 21.4 °C | −2.7 °C | 98 | 183 | 4 | 0 |
| May | 12.1 °C | 25.7 °C | 1.7 °C | 149 | 198 | 0 | 2 |
| Jun | 15.8 °C | 29.0 °C | 5.6 °C | 156 | 216 | 0 | 9 |
| Jul | 17.5 °C | 29.9 °C | 8.1 °C | 163 | 234 | 0 | 12 |
| Aug | 17.1 °C | 29.2 °C | 7.5 °C | 168 | 218 | 0 | 11 |
| Sep | 12.9 °C | 24.6 °C | 3.6 °C | 118 | 161 | 0 | 2 |
| Oct | 8.6 °C | 20.3 °C | −0.5 °C | 100 | 107 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.4 °C | 15.4 °C | −5.4 °C | 93 | 57 | 8 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.2 °C | 11.1 °C | −9.7 °C | 103 | 44 | 19 | 0 |
| Year | 8.2 °C | 29.9 °C | −10.4 °C | 1390 | 1705 | 84 | 37 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Wädenswil (8 km, 485 m), Cham (10 km, 443 m), Einsiedeln (13 km, 911 m), adjusted to the elevation of Menzingen (783 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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- Weather Baar
- Weather Richterswil
- Weather Walchwil
- Weather Sattel
- Weather Feusisberg
- Weather Kappel am Albis
Frequently asked questions about weather in Menzingen
What is the weather in Menzingen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Menzingen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Menzingen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Menzingen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Menzingen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Menzingen.
What is the air quality in Menzingen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Menzingen.
Are there weather alerts for Menzingen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Menzingen located?
Menzingen sits at around 783 m above sea level in the canton of Zug. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Menzingen?
The warmest month in Menzingen is July, averaging 17.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Menzingen per year?
Menzingen receives about 1390 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (168 mm), the driest February (77 mm).
When is the best time to visit Menzingen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (17.5 °C on average, 234 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.