About Opfikon
Opfikon is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Zurich (ZH), at 47.417° latitude and 8.562° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Opfikon, Opfikon benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Opfikon
The climate in Opfikon 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 Opfikon and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Opfikon: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Opfikon: 1991–2020 normals
In Opfikon (461 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.1 °C. The warmest month is July (19.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.2 °C). About 1037 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (118 mm) with a minimum in February (56 mm). The sun shines for about 1661 hours a year, mostly in July (234 h). On average there are 82 frost days and 10 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.5 °C and the absolute minimum −8.8 °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 | 11.7 °C | −8.8 °C | 62 | 53 | 20 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.0 °C | 13.9 °C | −8.4 °C | 56 | 83 | 18 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.0 °C | 19.2 °C | −4.6 °C | 66 | 139 | 12 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.9 °C | 23.7 °C | −1.3 °C | 74 | 176 | 3 | 1 |
| May | 14.0 °C | 27.8 °C | 3.1 °C | 118 | 193 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.6 °C | 31.2 °C | 7.0 °C | 115 | 212 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 19.4 °C | 32.5 °C | 9.6 °C | 118 | 234 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 19.0 °C | 31.7 °C | 9.0 °C | 111 | 216 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.7 °C | 26.8 °C | 4.9 °C | 81 | 160 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.2 °C | 21.9 °C | 0.5 °C | 81 | 99 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.1 °C | 16.0 °C | −3.8 °C | 74 | 54 | 8 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.0 °C | 12.2 °C | −7.7 °C | 80 | 42 | 18 | 0 |
| Year | 10.1 °C | 32.5 °C | −8.8 °C | 1037 | 1661 | 82 | 49 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Zürich / Affoltern (4 km, 444 m), Zürich / Fluntern (4 km, 604 m), Zürich / Kloten (7 km, 426 m), adjusted to the elevation of Opfikon (461 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Opfikon
What is the weather in Opfikon today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Opfikon, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Opfikon?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Opfikon.
Will it rain tomorrow in Opfikon?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Opfikon.
What is the air quality in Opfikon?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Opfikon.
Are there weather alerts for Opfikon?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Opfikon located?
Opfikon sits at around 461 m above sea level in the canton of Zurich. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Opfikon?
The warmest month in Opfikon is July, averaging 19.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Opfikon per year?
Opfikon receives about 1037 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (118 mm), the driest February (56 mm).
When is the best time to visit Opfikon?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.4 °C on average, 234 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.