About Rickenbach (SO)
Rickenbach (SO) is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Solothurn (SO), at 47.340° latitude and 7.857° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Rickenbach (SO), Rickenbach (SO) benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Rickenbach (SO)
The climate in Rickenbach (SO) 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 Rickenbach (SO) and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Rickenbach (SO): current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Rickenbach (SO): 1991–2020 normals
In Rickenbach (SO) (434 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.9 °C. The warmest month is July (19.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.2 °C). About 1012 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (110 mm) with a minimum in February (58 mm). The sun shines for about 1674 hours a year, mostly in July (238 h). On average there are 82 frost days and 8 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.4 °C and the absolute minimum −8.6 °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 | 1.2 °C | 11.5 °C | −8.6 °C | 68 | 54 | 20 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.9 °C | 13.5 °C | −8.1 °C | 58 | 84 | 18 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.8 °C | 18.8 °C | −4.6 °C | 66 | 139 | 12 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.6 °C | 23.3 °C | −1.4 °C | 74 | 173 | 4 | 0 |
| May | 13.7 °C | 27.3 °C | 2.9 °C | 106 | 192 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 17.3 °C | 30.9 °C | 6.8 °C | 100 | 216 | 0 | 9 |
| Jul | 19.2 °C | 32.4 °C | 9.5 °C | 110 | 238 | 0 | 14 |
| Aug | 18.7 °C | 31.3 °C | 8.8 °C | 110 | 218 | 0 | 13 |
| Sep | 14.5 °C | 26.3 °C | 5.0 °C | 80 | 159 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.1 °C | 21.5 °C | 0.8 °C | 80 | 100 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.1 °C | 15.6 °C | −3.5 °C | 76 | 56 | 9 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.0 °C | 12.0 °C | −7.2 °C | 85 | 45 | 18 | 0 |
| Year | 9.9 °C | 32.4 °C | −8.6 °C | 1012 | 1674 | 82 | 42 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Gösgen (9 km, 380 m), Rünenberg (11 km, 611 m), Wynau (11 km, 422 m), adjusted to the elevation of Rickenbach (SO) (434 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Rickenbach (SO):
- Weather Wangen bei Olten
- Weather Kappel (SO)
- Weather Gunzgen
- Weather Olten
- Weather Hauenstein-Ifenthal
- Weather Aarburg
- Weather Trimbach
- Weather Boningen
- Weather Hägendorf
- Weather Starrkirch-Wil
- Weather Härkingen
- Weather Egerkingen
→ Nearby cities · Canton Solothurn
Frequently asked questions about weather in Rickenbach (SO)
What is the weather in Rickenbach (SO) today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Rickenbach (SO), updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Rickenbach (SO)?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Rickenbach (SO).
Will it rain tomorrow in Rickenbach (SO)?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Rickenbach (SO).
What is the air quality in Rickenbach (SO)?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Rickenbach (SO).
Are there weather alerts for Rickenbach (SO)?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Rickenbach (SO) located?
Rickenbach (SO) sits at around 434 m above sea level in the canton of Solothurn. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Rickenbach (SO)?
The warmest month in Rickenbach (SO) is July, averaging 19.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Rickenbach (SO) per year?
Rickenbach (SO) receives about 1012 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (110 mm), the driest February (58 mm).
When is the best time to visit Rickenbach (SO)?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.2 °C on average, 238 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.