About Messen
Messen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Solothurn (SO), at 47.090° latitude and 7.450° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Messen, Messen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Messen
The climate in Messen 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 Messen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Messen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Messen: 1991–2020 normals
In Messen (506 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.5 °C. The warmest month is July (18.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.5 °C). About 1020 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (113 mm) with a minimum in February (56 mm). The sun shines for about 1796 hours a year, mostly in July (245 h). On average there are 92 frost days and 11 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.2 °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 | 0.5 °C | 10.7 °C | −10.4 °C | 62 | 66 | 22 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.3 °C | 13.0 °C | −9.5 °C | 56 | 94 | 20 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.3 °C | 18.6 °C | −5.8 °C | 64 | 151 | 14 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.1 °C | 23.0 °C | −2.3 °C | 76 | 179 | 4 | 0 |
| May | 13.4 °C | 27.1 °C | 1.9 °C | 109 | 197 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.1 °C | 30.6 °C | 5.5 °C | 103 | 223 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 18.9 °C | 32.2 °C | 8.2 °C | 107 | 245 | 0 | 17 |
| Aug | 18.5 °C | 31.4 °C | 7.4 °C | 113 | 228 | 0 | 15 |
| Sep | 14.2 °C | 26.2 °C | 3.6 °C | 86 | 175 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 9.7 °C | 21.0 °C | −0.7 °C | 86 | 119 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.5 °C | 15.1 °C | −5.3 °C | 76 | 66 | 10 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.2 °C | 11.1 °C | −9.0 °C | 81 | 53 | 19 | 0 |
| Year | 9.5 °C | 32.2 °C | −10.4 °C | 1020 | 1796 | 92 | 51 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Grenchen (10 km, 428 m), Bern / Zollikofen (11 km, 553 m), Koppigen (12 km, 485 m), adjusted to the elevation of Messen (506 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Messen
What is the weather in Messen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Messen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Messen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Messen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Messen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Messen.
What is the air quality in Messen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Messen.
Are there weather alerts for Messen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Messen located?
Messen sits at around 506 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 Messen?
The warmest month in Messen is July, averaging 18.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Messen per year?
Messen receives about 1020 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (113 mm), the driest February (56 mm).
When is the best time to visit Messen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.9 °C on average, 245 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.