About Richterswil
Richterswil is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Zurich (ZH), at 47.208° latitude and 8.696° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Richterswil, Richterswil benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Richterswil
The climate in Richterswil 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 Richterswil and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Richterswil: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Richterswil: 1991–2020 normals
In Richterswil (486 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.0 °C. The warmest month is July (19.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.0 °C). About 1364 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (163 mm) with a minimum in February (78 mm). The sun shines for about 1705 hours a year, mostly in July (234 h). On average there are 68 frost days and 8 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.7 °C and the absolute minimum −7.7 °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 | 1.0 °C | 11.7 °C | −7.7 °C | 80 | 56 | 19 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.8 °C | 13.3 °C | −7.3 °C | 78 | 87 | 16 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.7 °C | 18.6 °C | −4.0 °C | 89 | 144 | 8 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.7 °C | 23.1 °C | −0.4 °C | 94 | 183 | 2 | 0 |
| May | 13.9 °C | 27.5 °C | 3.8 °C | 140 | 198 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 17.5 °C | 30.7 °C | 7.6 °C | 150 | 216 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 19.3 °C | 31.7 °C | 10.3 °C | 156 | 234 | 0 | 15 |
| Aug | 18.8 °C | 30.7 °C | 9.6 °C | 163 | 218 | 0 | 13 |
| Sep | 14.7 °C | 25.9 °C | 6.0 °C | 116 | 161 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.3 °C | 21.4 °C | 1.8 °C | 99 | 107 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.2 °C | 17.0 °C | −2.7 °C | 95 | 57 | 6 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.9 °C | 12.5 °C | −6.7 °C | 105 | 44 | 16 | 0 |
| Year | 10.0 °C | 31.7 °C | −7.7 °C | 1364 | 1705 | 68 | 46 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Wädenswil (2 km, 485 m), Einsiedeln (10 km, 911 m), Cham (18 km, 443 m), adjusted to the elevation of Richterswil (486 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Richterswil
What is the weather in Richterswil today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Richterswil, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Richterswil?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Richterswil.
Will it rain tomorrow in Richterswil?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Richterswil.
What is the air quality in Richterswil?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Richterswil.
Are there weather alerts for Richterswil?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Richterswil located?
Richterswil sits at around 486 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 Richterswil?
The warmest month in Richterswil is July, averaging 19.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Richterswil per year?
Richterswil receives about 1364 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (163 mm), the driest February (78 mm).
When is the best time to visit Richterswil?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.3 °C on average, 234 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.