About Orselina
Orselina is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Ticino (TI), at 46.176° latitude and 8.797° longitude. The municipality is part of the south of the Alps (Ticino), insubric near-Mediterranean climate, mild and sunny. Also known as Orselina, Orselina benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Orselina
The climate in Orselina 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 Orselina and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Orselina: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Orselina: 1991–2020 normals
In Orselina (681 m), the mean annual temperature is 11.1 °C. The warmest month is July (20.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (2.4 °C). About 1880 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (216 mm) with a minimum in February (65 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.8 °C and the absolute minimum −4.7 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2.4 °C | 13.5 °C | −4.7 °C | 69 |
| Feb | 3.5 °C | 14.8 °C | −4.3 °C | 65 |
| Mar | 7.4 °C | 19.8 °C | −1.7 °C | 96 |
| Apr | 10.7 °C | 22.7 °C | 1.4 °C | 167 |
| May | 14.5 °C | 25.7 °C | 5.5 °C | 194 |
| Jun | 18.3 °C | 28.8 °C | 9.3 °C | 190 |
| Jul | 20.5 °C | 29.8 °C | 11.7 °C | 166 |
| Aug | 20.0 °C | 29.6 °C | 11.4 °C | 216 |
| Sep | 15.8 °C | 25.2 °C | 7.6 °C | 205 |
| Oct | 11.2 °C | 21.2 °C | 3.2 °C | 214 |
| Nov | 6.3 °C | 15.8 °C | −1.0 °C | 210 |
| Dec | 2.9 °C | 13.4 °C | −4.3 °C | 89 |
| Year | 11.1 °C | 29.8 °C | −4.7 °C | 1880 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Locarno / Monti (1 km, 367 m), Cimetta (3 km, 1661 m), Magadino / Cadenazzo (11 km, 203 m), adjusted to the elevation of Orselina (681 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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→ Nearby cities · Canton Ticino
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Cardada-Cimetta
Frequently asked questions about weather in Orselina
What is the weather in Orselina today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Orselina, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Orselina?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Orselina.
Will it rain tomorrow in Orselina?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Orselina.
What is the air quality in Orselina?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Orselina.
Are there weather alerts for Orselina?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Orselina located?
Orselina sits at around 681 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 Orselina?
The warmest month in Orselina is July, averaging 20.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 2.4 °C.
How much does it rain in Orselina per year?
Orselina receives about 1880 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (216 mm), the driest February (65 mm).
When is the best time to visit Orselina?
For warmth and sunshine: July (20.5 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (2.4 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.