About Saignelégier
Saignelégier is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Jura (JU), at 47.246° latitude and 7.028° longitude. The municipality is part of the Jura massif, continental climate, cold winters and moderate summers. Also known as Saignelégier, Saignelégier benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Saignelégier
The climate in Saignelégier is characteristic of the Jura massif, continental climate, cold winters and moderate summers. 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 Saignelégier and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Saignelégier: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Saignelégier: 1991–2020 normals
In Saignelégier (993 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.4 °C. The warmest month is July (15.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.1 °C). About 1092 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (109 mm) with a minimum in March (76 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.1 °C and the absolute minimum −10.1 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.1 °C | 10.0 °C | −10.1 °C | 84 |
| Feb | 0.1 °C | 10.8 °C | −9.7 °C | 79 |
| Mar | 2.9 °C | 14.1 °C | −7.1 °C | 76 |
| Apr | 6.2 °C | 18.0 °C | −4.1 °C | 76 |
| May | 10.1 °C | 22.3 °C | 0.4 °C | 102 |
| Jun | 13.7 °C | 25.6 °C | 3.8 °C | 101 |
| Jul | 15.7 °C | 27.1 °C | 6.5 °C | 102 |
| Aug | 15.6 °C | 26.6 °C | 5.9 °C | 109 |
| Sep | 11.7 °C | 22.0 °C | 2.7 °C | 86 |
| Oct | 8.2 °C | 18.8 °C | −1.6 °C | 92 |
| Nov | 3.6 °C | 14.3 °C | −5.8 °C | 88 |
| Dec | 0.9 °C | 10.8 °C | −9.2 °C | 98 |
| Year | 7.4 °C | 27.1 °C | −10.1 °C | 1092 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Chasseral (13 km, 1594 m), Fahy (21 km, 596 m), Cressier (22 km, 430 m), adjusted to the elevation of Saignelégier (993 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Saignelégier:
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- Weather Villeret
- Weather Les Genevez (JU)
- Weather Lajoux (JU)
- Weather Tramelan
- Weather Soubey
- Weather Courtelary
- Weather Cortébert
Frequently asked questions about weather in Saignelégier
What is the weather in Saignelégier today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Saignelégier, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Saignelégier?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Saignelégier.
Will it rain tomorrow in Saignelégier?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Saignelégier.
What is the air quality in Saignelégier?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Saignelégier.
Are there weather alerts for Saignelégier?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Saignelégier located?
Saignelégier sits at around 993 m above sea level in the canton of Jura. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Saignelégier?
The warmest month in Saignelégier is July, averaging 15.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Saignelégier per year?
Saignelégier receives about 1092 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (109 mm), the driest March (76 mm).
When is the best time to visit Saignelégier?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.7 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.