About Pfungen
Pfungen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Zurich (ZH), at 47.510° latitude and 8.642° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Pfungen, Pfungen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Pfungen
The climate in Pfungen 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 Pfungen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Pfungen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Pfungen: 1991–2020 normals
In Pfungen (439 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.0 °C. The warmest month is July (19.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.1 °C). About 1014 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (116 mm) with a minimum in February (56 mm). The sun shines for about 1659 hours a year, mostly in July (236 h). On average there are 87 frost days and 11 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.6 °C and the absolute minimum −9.3 °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 | 1.1 °C | 11.7 °C | −9.3 °C | 63 | 52 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.8 °C | 13.9 °C | −9.0 °C | 56 | 82 | 19 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.8 °C | 19.2 °C | −5.3 °C | 65 | 139 | 13 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.8 °C | 23.9 °C | −1.9 °C | 71 | 176 | 4 | 1 |
| May | 13.9 °C | 27.7 °C | 2.6 °C | 113 | 194 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.6 °C | 31.3 °C | 6.4 °C | 107 | 215 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 19.3 °C | 32.6 °C | 9.0 °C | 116 | 236 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 18.9 °C | 31.8 °C | 8.4 °C | 109 | 218 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.5 °C | 26.9 °C | 4.2 °C | 80 | 160 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.1 °C | 21.9 °C | −0.1 °C | 81 | 96 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.0 °C | 15.9 °C | −4.5 °C | 73 | 51 | 9 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.8 °C | 12.2 °C | −8.2 °C | 80 | 40 | 19 | 0 |
| Year | 10.0 °C | 32.6 °C | −9.3 °C | 1014 | 1659 | 87 | 50 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Zürich / Kloten (9 km, 426 m), Zürich / Affoltern (13 km, 444 m), Zürich / Fluntern (15 km, 604 m), adjusted to the elevation of Pfungen (439 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Pfungen
What is the weather in Pfungen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Pfungen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Pfungen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Pfungen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Pfungen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Pfungen.
What is the air quality in Pfungen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Pfungen.
Are there weather alerts for Pfungen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Pfungen located?
Pfungen sits at around 439 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 Pfungen?
The warmest month in Pfungen is July, averaging 19.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Pfungen per year?
Pfungen receives about 1014 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (116 mm), the driest February (56 mm).
When is the best time to visit Pfungen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.3 °C on average, 236 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.