About Minusio
Minusio is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Ticino (TI), at 46.192° latitude and 8.803° longitude. The municipality is part of the south of the Alps (Ticino), insubric near-Mediterranean climate, mild and sunny. Also known as Minusio, Minusio benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Minusio
The climate in Minusio is characteristic of the south of the Alps (Ticino), insubric near-Mediterranean climate, mild and sunny. 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 Minusio and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Minusio: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Minusio: 1991–2020 normals
In Minusio (260 m), the mean annual temperature is 13.4 °C. The warmest month is July (22.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (6.1 °C). About 1208 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in October (144 mm) with a minimum in February (39 mm). The sun shines for about 2225 hours a year, mostly in July (268 h). On average there are 28 frost days and 16 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 30.3 °C and the absolute minimum −2.9 °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 | 6.1 °C | 16.2 °C | −2.9 °C | 39 | 133 | 10 | 0 |
| Feb | 6.2 °C | 17.0 °C | −2.3 °C | 39 | 152 | 7 | 0 |
| Mar | 8.9 °C | 20.0 °C | −0.4 °C | 57 | 202 | 2 | 0 |
| Apr | 11.8 °C | 22.8 °C | 3.1 °C | 102 | 195 | 0 | 1 |
| May | 15.9 °C | 26.5 °C | 7.4 °C | 131 | 210 | 0 | 5 |
| Jun | 19.8 °C | 29.4 °C | 11.1 °C | 130 | 238 | 0 | 16 |
| Jul | 22.0 °C | 30.3 °C | 13.8 °C | 109 | 268 | 0 | 25 |
| Aug | 21.8 °C | 30.2 °C | 13.7 °C | 143 | 249 | 0 | 24 |
| Sep | 17.7 °C | 26.5 °C | 9.9 °C | 138 | 198 | 0 | 6 |
| Oct | 13.9 °C | 23.6 °C | 5.7 °C | 144 | 151 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov | 9.5 °C | 19.3 °C | 1.4 °C | 125 | 112 | 2 | 0 |
| Dec | 6.7 °C | 17.0 °C | −1.8 °C | 51 | 117 | 8 | 0 |
| Year | 13.4 °C | 30.3 °C | −2.9 °C | 1208 | 2225 | 28 | 79 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Cimetta (1 km, 1661 m), Locarno / Monti (2 km, 367 m), Magadino / Cadenazzo (11 km, 203 m), adjusted to the elevation of Minusio (260 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Minusio:
- Weather Brione sopra Minusio
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- Weather Ascona
- Weather Verzasca
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Minusio
What is the weather in Minusio today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Minusio, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Minusio?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Minusio.
Will it rain tomorrow in Minusio?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Minusio.
What is the air quality in Minusio?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Minusio.
Are there weather alerts for Minusio?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Minusio located?
Minusio sits at around 260 m above sea level in the canton of Ticino. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Minusio?
The warmest month in Minusio is July, averaging 22.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 6.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Minusio per year?
Minusio receives about 1208 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is October (144 mm), the driest February (39 mm).
When is the best time to visit Minusio?
For warmth and sunshine: July (22.0 °C on average, 268 h of sun). The coldest month is January (6.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.