About Silenen
Silenen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Uri (UR), at 46.815° latitude and 8.679° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Silenen, Silenen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Silenen
The climate in Silenen 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 Silenen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Silenen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Silenen: 1991–2020 normals
In Silenen (1570 m), the mean annual temperature is 4.4 °C. The warmest month is July (13.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (−3.8 °C). About 1415 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (175 mm) with a minimum in February (73 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 25.1 °C and the absolute minimum −13.9 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −3.8 °C | 7.9 °C | −13.9 °C | 89 |
| Feb | −3.4 °C | 8.2 °C | −13.8 °C | 73 |
| Mar | 0.1 °C | 12.5 °C | −10.8 °C | 90 |
| Apr | 3.7 °C | 15.9 °C | −7.5 °C | 100 |
| May | 7.8 °C | 20.7 °C | −2.7 °C | 138 |
| Jun | 11.2 °C | 24.5 °C | 1.1 °C | 156 |
| Jul | 13.0 °C | 25.1 °C | 3.6 °C | 157 |
| Aug | 12.7 °C | 24.4 °C | 3.0 °C | 175 |
| Sep | 9.0 °C | 20.3 °C | −0.6 °C | 126 |
| Oct | 5.1 °C | 17.2 °C | −5.0 °C | 105 |
| Nov | 0.2 °C | 12.8 °C | −9.7 °C | 105 |
| Dec | −3.0 °C | 8.8 °C | −13.1 °C | 101 |
| Year | 4.4 °C | 25.1 °C | −13.9 °C | 1415 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Altdorf (9 km, 438 m), Disentis (18 km, 1197 m), Gütsch, Andermatt (19 km, 2286 m), adjusted to the elevation of Silenen (1570 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Silenen:
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- Weather Schattdorf
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- Weather Altdorf (UR)
- Weather Seedorf (UR)
- Weather Flüelen
- Weather Bürglen (UR)
- Weather Attinghausen
- Weather Isenthal
- Weather Wassen
- Weather Riemenstalden
Frequently asked questions about weather in Silenen
What is the weather in Silenen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Silenen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Silenen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Silenen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Silenen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Silenen.
What is the air quality in Silenen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Silenen.
Are there weather alerts for Silenen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Silenen located?
Silenen sits at around 1570 m above sea level in the canton of Uri. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Silenen?
The warmest month in Silenen is July, averaging 13.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −3.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Silenen per year?
Silenen receives about 1415 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (175 mm), the driest February (73 mm).
When is the best time to visit Silenen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (13.0 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−3.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.