About Sattel
Sattel is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Schwyz (SZ), at 47.100° latitude and 8.650° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Sattel, Sattel benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Sattel
The climate in Sattel is characteristic of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. 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 Sattel and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Sattel: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Sattel: 1991–2020 normals
In Sattel (785 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.0 °C. The warmest month is July (17.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.8 °C). About 1511 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (177 mm) with a minimum in January (86 mm). The sun shines for about 1705 hours a year, mostly in July (234 h). On average there are 106 frost days and 3 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.5 °C and the absolute minimum −12.1 °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 | −0.8 °C | 10.5 °C | −12.1 °C | 86 | 56 | 24 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.2 °C | 11.9 °C | −11.8 °C | 87 | 87 | 22 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.6 °C | 16.6 °C | −7.8 °C | 102 | 144 | 16 | 0 |
| Apr | 7.6 °C | 21.0 °C | −3.3 °C | 106 | 183 | 7 | 0 |
| May | 11.8 °C | 25.2 °C | 1.4 °C | 160 | 198 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 15.4 °C | 28.4 °C | 5.2 °C | 168 | 216 | 0 | 6 |
| Jul | 17.2 °C | 29.5 °C | 7.7 °C | 176 | 234 | 0 | 9 |
| Aug | 16.8 °C | 28.8 °C | 7.1 °C | 177 | 218 | 0 | 8 |
| Sep | 12.8 °C | 24.4 °C | 3.1 °C | 129 | 161 | 0 | 1 |
| Oct | 8.6 °C | 20.9 °C | −1.0 °C | 106 | 107 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.5 °C | 16.2 °C | −6.4 °C | 102 | 57 | 12 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.2 °C | 11.7 °C | −10.8 °C | 113 | 44 | 22 | 0 |
| Year | 8.0 °C | 29.5 °C | −12.1 °C | 1511 | 1705 | 106 | 25 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Einsiedeln (9 km, 911 m), Wädenswil (14 km, 485 m), Cham (17 km, 443 m), adjusted to the elevation of Sattel (785 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Sattel:
- Weather Rothenthurm
- Weather Oberägeri
- Weather Schwyz
- Weather Unterägeri
- Weather Steinen
- Weather Steinerberg
- Weather Alpthal
- Weather Einsiedeln
- Weather Walchwil
- Weather Menzingen
- Weather Arth
- Weather Lauerz
→ Nearby cities · Canton Schwyz
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Sattel-Hochstuckli
Frequently asked questions about weather in Sattel
What is the weather in Sattel today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Sattel, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Sattel?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Sattel.
Will it rain tomorrow in Sattel?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Sattel.
What is the air quality in Sattel?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Sattel.
Are there weather alerts for Sattel?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Sattel located?
Sattel sits at around 785 m above sea level in the canton of Schwyz. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Sattel?
The warmest month in Sattel is July, averaging 17.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Sattel per year?
Sattel receives about 1511 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (177 mm), the driest January (86 mm).
When is the best time to visit Sattel?
For warmth and sunshine: July (17.2 °C on average, 234 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.