About Schänis
Schänis is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of St. Gallen (SG), at 47.159° latitude and 9.063° longitude. The municipality is part of the eastern Alps, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers. Also known as Schänis, Schänis benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Schänis
The climate in Schänis is characteristic of the eastern Alps, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool 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 Schänis and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Schänis: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Schänis: 1991–2020 normals
In Schänis (583 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.7 °C. The warmest month is July (17.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.4 °C). About 1624 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (190 mm) with a minimum in February (97 mm). The sun shines for about 1313 hours a year, mostly in July (173 h). On average there are 100 frost days and 6 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.1 °C and the absolute minimum −12.4 °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 | −0.4 °C | 11.4 °C | −12.4 °C | 108 | 61 | 24 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.4 °C | 13.3 °C | −11.5 °C | 97 | 70 | 21 | 0 |
| Mar | 4.4 °C | 18.2 °C | −7.0 °C | 118 | 94 | 14 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.5 °C | 22.6 °C | −3.0 °C | 106 | 135 | 5 | 0 |
| May | 12.7 °C | 27.0 °C | 1.5 °C | 154 | 153 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 16.2 °C | 30.0 °C | 5.3 °C | 172 | 162 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 17.9 °C | 31.1 °C | 7.7 °C | 190 | 173 | 0 | 14 |
| Aug | 17.5 °C | 30.4 °C | 7.2 °C | 189 | 161 | 0 | 12 |
| Sep | 13.4 °C | 25.6 °C | 3.4 °C | 138 | 107 | 0 | 2 |
| Oct | 9.3 °C | 22.3 °C | −1.0 °C | 111 | 85 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.1 °C | 18.0 °C | −6.4 °C | 113 | 59 | 12 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.5 °C | 12.8 °C | −10.6 °C | 128 | 53 | 22 | 0 |
| Year | 8.7 °C | 31.1 °C | −12.4 °C | 1624 | 1313 | 100 | 42 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Ebnat-Kappel (13 km, 623 m), Glarus (14 km, 517 m), Einsiedeln (23 km, 911 m), adjusted to the elevation of Schänis (583 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Schänis
What is the weather in Schänis today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Schänis, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Schänis?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Schänis.
Will it rain tomorrow in Schänis?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Schänis.
What is the air quality in Schänis?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Schänis.
Are there weather alerts for Schänis?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Schänis located?
Schänis sits at around 583 m above sea level in the canton of St. Gallen. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Schänis?
The warmest month in Schänis is July, averaging 17.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.4 °C.
How much does it rain in Schänis per year?
Schänis receives about 1624 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (190 mm), the driest February (97 mm).
When is the best time to visit Schänis?
For warmth and sunshine: July (17.9 °C on average, 173 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.4 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.