About Unterengstringen
Unterengstringen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Zurich (ZH), at 47.411° latitude and 8.444° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Unterengstringen, Unterengstringen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Unterengstringen
The climate in Unterengstringen 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 Unterengstringen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Unterengstringen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Unterengstringen: 1991–2020 normals
In Unterengstringen (405 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.3 °C. The warmest month is July (19.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.5 °C). About 1020 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (116 mm) with a minimum in February (55 mm). The sun shines for about 1653 hours a year, mostly in July (234 h). On average there are 83 frost days and 11 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.3 °C and the absolute minimum −8.4 °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 | 1.5 °C | 11.8 °C | −8.4 °C | 62 | 52 | 20 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.2 °C | 13.8 °C | −7.9 °C | 55 | 82 | 19 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.1 °C | 19.0 °C | −4.2 °C | 65 | 138 | 12 | 0 |
| Apr | 10.0 °C | 23.6 °C | −0.9 °C | 73 | 176 | 3 | 1 |
| May | 14.1 °C | 27.5 °C | 3.5 °C | 116 | 193 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.7 °C | 31.0 °C | 7.4 °C | 113 | 213 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 19.5 °C | 32.3 °C | 10.0 °C | 116 | 234 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 19.2 °C | 31.5 °C | 9.4 °C | 109 | 216 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.9 °C | 26.6 °C | 5.4 °C | 79 | 159 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.5 °C | 21.9 °C | 1.1 °C | 79 | 97 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.4 °C | 16.3 °C | −3.3 °C | 73 | 52 | 8 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.3 °C | 12.3 °C | −7.3 °C | 79 | 41 | 18 | 0 |
| Year | 10.3 °C | 32.3 °C | −8.4 °C | 1020 | 1653 | 83 | 49 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Zürich / Affoltern (6 km, 444 m), Lägern (9 km, 845 m), Zürich / Fluntern (10 km, 604 m), adjusted to the elevation of Unterengstringen (405 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Unterengstringen
What is the weather in Unterengstringen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Unterengstringen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Unterengstringen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Unterengstringen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Unterengstringen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Unterengstringen.
What is the air quality in Unterengstringen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Unterengstringen.
Are there weather alerts for Unterengstringen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Unterengstringen located?
Unterengstringen sits at around 405 m above sea level in the canton of Zurich. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Unterengstringen?
The warmest month in Unterengstringen is July, averaging 19.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Unterengstringen per year?
Unterengstringen receives about 1020 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (116 mm), the driest February (55 mm).
When is the best time to visit Unterengstringen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.5 °C on average, 234 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.