About Rothenburg
Rothenburg is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Lucerne (LU), at 47.103° latitude and 8.267° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Rothenburg, Rothenburg benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Rothenburg
The climate in Rothenburg 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 Rothenburg and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Rothenburg: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Rothenburg: 1991–2020 normals
In Rothenburg (521 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.0 °C. The warmest month is July (18.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.7 °C). About 1211 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (147 mm) with a minimum in January (67 mm). The sun shines for about 1530 hours a year, mostly in July (209 h). On average there are 76 frost days and 10 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.0 °C and the absolute minimum −7.4 °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 | 1.7 °C | 12.7 °C | −7.4 °C | 67 | 51 | 20 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.2 °C | 14.0 °C | −7.4 °C | 70 | 80 | 19 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.8 °C | 18.7 °C | −4.6 °C | 77 | 133 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.5 °C | 22.4 °C | −1.2 °C | 96 | 162 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 13.6 °C | 26.6 °C | 3.2 °C | 132 | 173 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.1 °C | 30.0 °C | 7.2 °C | 142 | 187 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 18.9 °C | 31.0 °C | 9.8 °C | 143 | 209 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 18.6 °C | 30.3 °C | 9.1 °C | 147 | 198 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.7 °C | 25.8 °C | 5.5 °C | 95 | 146 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.6 °C | 21.8 °C | 1.0 °C | 80 | 99 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.5 °C | 16.9 °C | −3.4 °C | 77 | 53 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.4 °C | 13.3 °C | −7.0 °C | 85 | 39 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 10.0 °C | 31.0 °C | −7.4 °C | 1211 | 1530 | 76 | 51 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Luzern (8 km, 454 m), Pilatus (14 km, 2105 m), Cham (18 km, 443 m), adjusted to the elevation of Rothenburg (521 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Rothenburg
What is the weather in Rothenburg today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Rothenburg, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Rothenburg?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Rothenburg.
Will it rain tomorrow in Rothenburg?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Rothenburg.
What is the air quality in Rothenburg?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Rothenburg.
Are there weather alerts for Rothenburg?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Rothenburg located?
Rothenburg sits at around 521 m above sea level in the canton of Lucerne. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Rothenburg?
The warmest month in Rothenburg is July, averaging 18.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Rothenburg per year?
Rothenburg receives about 1211 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (147 mm), the driest January (67 mm).
When is the best time to visit Rothenburg?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.9 °C on average, 209 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.