About Riva San Vitale
Riva San Vitale is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Ticino (TI), at 45.911° latitude and 8.962° longitude. The municipality is part of the south of the Alps (Ticino), insubric near-Mediterranean climate, mild and sunny. Also known as Riva San Vitale, Riva San Vitale benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Riva San Vitale
The climate in Riva San Vitale 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 Riva San Vitale and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Riva San Vitale: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Riva San Vitale: 1991–2020 normals
In Riva San Vitale (537 m), the mean annual temperature is 11.5 °C. The warmest month is July (20.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (3.3 °C). About 1260 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in November (151 mm) with a minimum in January (49 mm). The sun shines for about 2062 hours a year, mostly in July (263 h). On average there are 69 frost days and 16 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.6 °C and the absolute minimum −5.2 °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 | 3.3 °C | 13.8 °C | −5.2 °C | 49 | 119 | 19 | 0 |
| Feb | 4.1 °C | 14.7 °C | −4.3 °C | 50 | 139 | 16 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.8 °C | 18.2 °C | −2.7 °C | 72 | 185 | 8 | 0 |
| Apr | 10.2 °C | 20.3 °C | 1.1 °C | 121 | 178 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 14.3 °C | 24.5 °C | 5.5 °C | 138 | 199 | 0 | 5 |
| Jun | 18.4 °C | 27.9 °C | 9.4 °C | 133 | 227 | 0 | 17 |
| Jul | 20.5 °C | 28.6 °C | 11.9 °C | 105 | 263 | 0 | 26 |
| Aug | 20.1 °C | 28.2 °C | 11.7 °C | 121 | 241 | 0 | 24 |
| Sep | 15.9 °C | 24.1 °C | 7.7 °C | 113 | 179 | 0 | 6 |
| Oct | 12.1 °C | 21.4 °C | 3.7 °C | 135 | 131 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 7.6 °C | 16.9 °C | −0.8 °C | 151 | 100 | 6 | 0 |
| Dec | 4.4 °C | 14.3 °C | −4.6 °C | 74 | 101 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 11.5 °C | 28.6 °C | −5.2 °C | 1260 | 2062 | 69 | 80 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Monte Generoso (5 km, 1600 m), Stabio (8 km, 351 m), Lugano (10 km, 273 m), adjusted to the elevation of Riva San Vitale (537 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Riva San Vitale
What is the weather in Riva San Vitale today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Riva San Vitale, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Riva San Vitale?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Riva San Vitale.
Will it rain tomorrow in Riva San Vitale?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Riva San Vitale.
What is the air quality in Riva San Vitale?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Riva San Vitale.
Are there weather alerts for Riva San Vitale?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Riva San Vitale located?
Riva San Vitale sits at around 537 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 Riva San Vitale?
The warmest month in Riva San Vitale is July, averaging 20.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 3.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Riva San Vitale per year?
Riva San Vitale receives about 1260 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is November (151 mm), the driest January (49 mm).
When is the best time to visit Riva San Vitale?
For warmth and sunshine: July (20.5 °C on average, 263 h of sun). The coldest month is January (3.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.