About Schenkon
Schenkon is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Lucerne (LU), at 47.175° latitude and 8.124° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Schenkon, Schenkon benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Schenkon
The climate in Schenkon 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 Schenkon and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Schenkon: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Schenkon: 1991–2020 normals
In Schenkon (566 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.7 °C. The warmest month is July (18.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.3 °C). About 1203 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (142 mm) with a minimum in February (65 mm). The sun shines for about 1539 hours a year, mostly in July (216 h). On average there are 77 frost days and 12 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.1 °C and the absolute minimum −8.3 °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 | 1.3 °C | 12.0 °C | −8.3 °C | 66 | 47 | 20 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.7 °C | 13.4 °C | −7.9 °C | 65 | 77 | 19 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.3 °C | 18.0 °C | −5.0 °C | 77 | 133 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.1 °C | 22.3 °C | −1.6 °C | 88 | 165 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 13.2 °C | 26.5 °C | 2.8 °C | 136 | 177 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 16.8 °C | 30.0 °C | 6.6 °C | 137 | 195 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 18.7 °C | 31.1 °C | 9.2 °C | 142 | 216 | 0 | 17 |
| Aug | 18.3 °C | 30.3 °C | 8.5 °C | 141 | 202 | 0 | 15 |
| Sep | 14.2 °C | 25.5 °C | 4.9 °C | 97 | 148 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.1 °C | 21.3 °C | 0.5 °C | 87 | 94 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.1 °C | 16.2 °C | −3.7 °C | 79 | 49 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.1 °C | 12.6 °C | −7.3 °C | 87 | 36 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 9.7 °C | 31.1 °C | −8.3 °C | 1203 | 1539 | 77 | 53 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Luzern (20 km, 454 m), Buchs / Aarau (24 km, 387 m), Napf (24 km, 1404 m), adjusted to the elevation of Schenkon (566 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Schenkon
What is the weather in Schenkon today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Schenkon, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Schenkon?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Schenkon.
Will it rain tomorrow in Schenkon?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Schenkon.
What is the air quality in Schenkon?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Schenkon.
Are there weather alerts for Schenkon?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Schenkon located?
Schenkon sits at around 566 m above sea level in the canton of Lucerne. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Schenkon?
The warmest month in Schenkon is July, averaging 18.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Schenkon per year?
Schenkon receives about 1203 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (142 mm), the driest February (65 mm).
When is the best time to visit Schenkon?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.7 °C on average, 216 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.