About Plaffeien
Plaffeien is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Fribourg (FR), at 46.726° latitude and 7.286° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Plaffeien, Plaffeien benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Plaffeien
The climate in Plaffeien is characteristic of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. 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 Plaffeien and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Plaffeien: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Plaffeien: 1991–2020 normals
In Plaffeien (922 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.1 °C. The warmest month is July (16.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.2 °C). About 1159 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (142 mm) with a minimum in February (51 mm). The sun shines for about 1858 hours a year, mostly in July (237 h). On average there are 106 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.9 °C and the absolute minimum −10.6 °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 | 0.2 °C | 11.2 °C | −10.6 °C | 53 | 98 | 24 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.5 °C | 11.5 °C | −10.1 °C | 51 | 113 | 21 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.8 °C | 15.4 °C | −6.7 °C | 64 | 152 | 16 | 0 |
| Apr | 7.1 °C | 19.1 °C | −3.4 °C | 85 | 168 | 8 | 0 |
| May | 11.1 °C | 23.3 °C | 1.1 °C | 140 | 183 | 1 | 0 |
| Jun | 14.8 °C | 26.8 °C | 4.6 °C | 133 | 213 | 0 | 3 |
| Jul | 16.8 °C | 27.9 °C | 7.6 °C | 139 | 237 | 0 | 5 |
| Aug | 16.6 °C | 27.4 °C | 6.8 °C | 142 | 221 | 0 | 5 |
| Sep | 12.5 °C | 22.6 °C | 3.5 °C | 106 | 169 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 8.7 °C | 19.1 °C | −0.9 °C | 100 | 128 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.9 °C | 14.9 °C | −5.8 °C | 73 | 91 | 13 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.1 °C | 11.6 °C | −9.1 °C | 73 | 85 | 21 | 0 |
| Year | 8.1 °C | 27.9 °C | −10.6 °C | 1159 | 1858 | 106 | 13 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Plaffeien (3 km, 1042 m), Fribourg / Grangeneuve (14 km, 651 m), Mühleberg (28 km, 480 m), adjusted to the elevation of Plaffeien (922 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Schwarzsee
Frequently asked questions about weather in Plaffeien
What is the weather in Plaffeien today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Plaffeien, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Plaffeien?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Plaffeien.
Will it rain tomorrow in Plaffeien?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Plaffeien.
What is the air quality in Plaffeien?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Plaffeien.
Are there weather alerts for Plaffeien?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Plaffeien located?
Plaffeien sits at around 922 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 Plaffeien?
The warmest month in Plaffeien is July, averaging 16.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Plaffeien per year?
Plaffeien receives about 1159 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (142 mm), the driest February (51 mm).
When is the best time to visit Plaffeien?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.8 °C on average, 237 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.