About Unterschächen
Unterschächen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Uri (UR), at 46.900° latitude and 8.821° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Unterschächen, Unterschächen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Unterschächen
The climate in Unterschächen 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 Unterschächen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Unterschächen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Unterschächen: 1991–2020 normals
In Unterschächen (1723 m), the mean annual temperature is 3.4 °C. The warmest month is July (12.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (−5.3 °C). About 1571 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (199 mm) with a minimum in February (78 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 24.7 °C and the absolute minimum −15.3 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −5.3 °C | 6.6 °C | −15.3 °C | 93 |
| Feb | −4.6 °C | 7.5 °C | −14.9 °C | 78 |
| Mar | −0.8 °C | 12.3 °C | −11.6 °C | 97 |
| Apr | 3.1 °C | 16.1 °C | −8.1 °C | 106 |
| May | 7.2 °C | 20.6 °C | −3.5 °C | 151 |
| Jun | 10.5 °C | 24.1 °C | 0.2 °C | 176 |
| Jul | 12.2 °C | 24.7 °C | 2.6 °C | 184 |
| Aug | 11.8 °C | 23.9 °C | 2.1 °C | 199 |
| Sep | 8.0 °C | 19.5 °C | −1.6 °C | 143 |
| Oct | 4.0 °C | 16.3 °C | −5.9 °C | 119 |
| Nov | −1.1 °C | 11.9 °C | −10.8 °C | 116 |
| Dec | −4.5 °C | 7.8 °C | −14.5 °C | 110 |
| Year | 3.4 °C | 24.7 °C | −15.3 °C | 1571 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Altdorf (15 km, 438 m), Disentis (22 km, 1197 m), Glarus (24 km, 517 m), adjusted to the elevation of Unterschächen (1723 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Unterschächen
What is the weather in Unterschächen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Unterschächen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Unterschächen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Unterschächen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Unterschächen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Unterschächen.
What is the air quality in Unterschächen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Unterschächen.
Are there weather alerts for Unterschächen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Unterschächen located?
Unterschächen sits at around 1723 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 Unterschächen?
The warmest month in Unterschächen is July, averaging 12.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −5.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Unterschächen per year?
Unterschächen receives about 1571 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (199 mm), the driest February (78 mm).
When is the best time to visit Unterschächen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (12.2 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−5.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.