About Murten
Murten is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Fribourg (FR), at 46.898° latitude and 7.093° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Murten, Murten benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Murten
The climate in Murten 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 Murten and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Murten: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Murten: 1991–2020 normals
In Murten (517 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.1 °C. The warmest month is July (19.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.2 °C). About 927 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (98 mm) with a minimum in February (50 mm). The sun shines for about 1802 hours a year, mostly in July (252 h). On average there are 79 frost days and 10 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.1 °C and the absolute minimum −8.5 °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 | 1.2 °C | 11.6 °C | −8.5 °C | 56 | 56 | 20 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.1 °C | 13.5 °C | −8.0 °C | 50 | 93 | 18 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.0 °C | 18.5 °C | −4.2 °C | 58 | 157 | 11 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.6 °C | 22.7 °C | −1.2 °C | 69 | 186 | 3 | 0 |
| May | 13.7 °C | 26.9 °C | 2.8 °C | 95 | 205 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 17.5 °C | 30.3 °C | 6.7 °C | 93 | 230 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 19.5 °C | 32.1 °C | 9.1 °C | 97 | 252 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 19.0 °C | 31.4 °C | 8.4 °C | 98 | 234 | 0 | 15 |
| Sep | 14.7 °C | 26.3 °C | 4.7 °C | 79 | 178 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.3 °C | 21.2 °C | 0.4 °C | 87 | 110 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.2 °C | 15.6 °C | −3.8 °C | 71 | 58 | 8 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.0 °C | 12.1 °C | −7.2 °C | 74 | 43 | 18 | 0 |
| Year | 10.1 °C | 32.1 °C | −8.5 °C | 927 | 1802 | 79 | 49 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Fribourg / Grangeneuve (14 km, 651 m), Payerne (15 km, 490 m), Neuchâtel (16 km, 485 m), adjusted to the elevation of Murten (517 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Murten
What is the weather in Murten today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Murten, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Murten?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Murten.
Will it rain tomorrow in Murten?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Murten.
What is the air quality in Murten?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Murten.
Are there weather alerts for Murten?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Murten located?
Murten sits at around 517 m above sea level in the canton of Fribourg. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Murten?
The warmest month in Murten is July, averaging 19.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Murten per year?
Murten receives about 927 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (98 mm), the driest February (50 mm).
When is the best time to visit Murten?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.5 °C on average, 252 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.