About Schongau
Schongau is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Lucerne (LU), at 47.267° latitude and 8.247° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Schongau, Schongau benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Schongau
The climate in Schongau is characteristic of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. 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 Schongau and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Schongau: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Schongau: 1991–2020 normals
In Schongau (707 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.5 °C. The warmest month is July (17.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.4 °C). About 1076 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (124 mm) with a minimum in February (59 mm). On average there are 75 frost days and 11 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.1 °C and the absolute minimum −10.0 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −0.4 °C | 9.9 °C | −10.0 °C | 65 | 20 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.4 °C | 12.1 °C | −9.5 °C | 59 | 18 | 0 |
| Mar | 4.3 °C | 17.5 °C | −6.2 °C | 65 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.3 °C | 22.1 °C | −3.0 °C | 79 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 12.4 °C | 26.2 °C | 1.4 °C | 119 | 0 | 5 |
| Jun | 16.1 °C | 29.8 °C | 5.3 °C | 115 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 17.8 °C | 31.1 °C | 7.7 °C | 122 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 17.3 °C | 30.2 °C | 7.0 °C | 124 | 0 | 15 |
| Sep | 13.1 °C | 25.4 °C | 3.1 °C | 85 | 0 | 5 |
| Oct | 8.6 °C | 20.3 °C | −1.0 °C | 83 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.4 °C | 14.1 °C | −5.4 °C | 74 | 8 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.3 °C | 10.5 °C | −9.4 °C | 85 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 8.5 °C | 31.1 °C | −10.0 °C | 1076 | 75 | 53 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Buchs / Aarau (18 km, 387 m), Cham (19 km, 443 m), Gösgen (23 km, 380 m), adjusted to the elevation of Schongau (707 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Schongau:
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- Weather Birrwil
- Weather Reinach (AG)
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- Weather Leimbach (AG)
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Schongau
What is the weather in Schongau today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Schongau, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Schongau?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Schongau.
Will it rain tomorrow in Schongau?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Schongau.
What is the air quality in Schongau?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Schongau.
Are there weather alerts for Schongau?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Schongau located?
Schongau sits at around 707 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 Schongau?
The warmest month in Schongau is July, averaging 17.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.4 °C.
How much does it rain in Schongau per year?
Schongau receives about 1076 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (124 mm), the driest February (59 mm).
When is the best time to visit Schongau?
For warmth and sunshine: July (17.8 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.4 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.