About Schaffhausen
Schaffhausen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Schaffhausen (SH), at 47.718° latitude and 8.626° longitude. The municipality is part of the Rhine valley, mild climate for Switzerland thanks to low elevation. Also known as Schaffhausen, Schaffhausen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Schaffhausen
The climate in Schaffhausen is characteristic of the Rhine valley, mild climate for Switzerland thanks to low elevation. 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 Schaffhausen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Schaffhausen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Schaffhausen: 1991–2020 normals
In Schaffhausen (552 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.3 °C. The warmest month is July (18.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.1 °C). About 945 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (101 mm) with a minimum in February (59 mm). The sun shines for about 1540 hours a year, mostly in July (221 h). On average there are 77 frost days and 11 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.9 °C and the absolute minimum −9.1 °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 | 0.1 °C | 10.3 °C | −9.1 °C | 72 | 42 | 20 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.1 °C | 12.8 °C | −8.6 °C | 59 | 76 | 18 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.2 °C | 18.6 °C | −4.8 °C | 63 | 130 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.3 °C | 23.3 °C | −1.6 °C | 66 | 165 | 3 | 1 |
| May | 13.4 °C | 27.2 °C | 2.6 °C | 98 | 182 | 0 | 5 |
| Jun | 17.0 °C | 30.6 °C | 6.5 °C | 93 | 204 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 18.7 °C | 31.9 °C | 8.9 °C | 101 | 221 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 18.3 °C | 30.9 °C | 8.1 °C | 93 | 205 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 13.9 °C | 26.1 °C | 4.4 °C | 70 | 151 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 9.2 °C | 20.9 °C | −0.0 °C | 75 | 88 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.1 °C | 14.8 °C | −4.2 °C | 72 | 43 | 8 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.9 °C | 10.9 °C | −8.4 °C | 85 | 33 | 18 | 0 |
| Year | 9.3 °C | 31.9 °C | −9.1 °C | 945 | 1540 | 77 | 51 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Schaffhausen (3 km, 438 m), Hallau (12 km, 419 m), Zürich / Kloten (27 km, 426 m), adjusted to the elevation of Schaffhausen (552 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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- Weather Beringen
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- Weather Lohn (SH)
- Weather Löhningen
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- Weather Dachsen
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Schaffhausen
What is the weather in Schaffhausen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Schaffhausen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Schaffhausen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Schaffhausen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Schaffhausen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Schaffhausen.
What is the air quality in Schaffhausen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Schaffhausen.
Are there weather alerts for Schaffhausen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Schaffhausen located?
Schaffhausen sits at around 552 m above sea level in the canton of Schaffhausen. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Schaffhausen?
The warmest month in Schaffhausen is July, averaging 18.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Schaffhausen per year?
Schaffhausen receives about 945 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (101 mm), the driest February (59 mm).
When is the best time to visit Schaffhausen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.7 °C on average, 221 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.