About Rothrist
Rothrist is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Aargau (AG), at 47.300° latitude and 7.920° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Rothrist, Rothrist benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Rothrist
The climate in Rothrist 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 Rothrist and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Rothrist: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Rothrist: 1991–2020 normals
In Rothrist (462 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.5 °C. The warmest month is July (18.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.7 °C). About 1039 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (112 mm) with a minimum in February (61 mm). The sun shines for about 1613 hours a year, mostly in July (236 h). On average there are 87 frost days and 13 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.5 °C and the absolute minimum −9.0 °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 | 0.7 °C | 10.8 °C | −9.0 °C | 74 | 42 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.4 °C | 13.1 °C | −8.6 °C | 61 | 78 | 20 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.3 °C | 18.7 °C | −5.2 °C | 69 | 138 | 14 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.2 °C | 23.3 °C | −1.9 °C | 74 | 174 | 4 | 1 |
| May | 13.4 °C | 27.4 °C | 2.4 °C | 106 | 191 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.1 °C | 31.0 °C | 6.2 °C | 101 | 215 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 18.9 °C | 32.5 °C | 8.8 °C | 112 | 236 | 0 | 17 |
| Aug | 18.3 °C | 31.4 °C | 8.2 °C | 112 | 215 | 0 | 16 |
| Sep | 14.1 °C | 26.3 °C | 4.3 °C | 80 | 155 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 9.7 °C | 21.2 °C | 0.2 °C | 82 | 92 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.6 °C | 15.0 °C | −4.1 °C | 77 | 45 | 9 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.5 °C | 11.3 °C | −7.6 °C | 91 | 32 | 18 | 0 |
| Year | 9.5 °C | 32.5 °C | −9.0 °C | 1039 | 1613 | 87 | 54 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Gösgen (8 km, 380 m), Wynau (11 km, 422 m), Buchs / Aarau (15 km, 387 m), adjusted to the elevation of Rothrist (462 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Rothrist
What is the weather in Rothrist today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Rothrist, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Rothrist?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Rothrist.
Will it rain tomorrow in Rothrist?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Rothrist.
What is the air quality in Rothrist?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Rothrist.
Are there weather alerts for Rothrist?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Rothrist located?
Rothrist sits at around 462 m above sea level in the canton of Aargau. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Rothrist?
The warmest month in Rothrist is July, averaging 18.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Rothrist per year?
Rothrist receives about 1039 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (112 mm), the driest February (61 mm).
When is the best time to visit Rothrist?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.9 °C on average, 236 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.