About Walchwil
Walchwil is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Zug (ZG), at 47.104° latitude and 8.534° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Walchwil, Walchwil benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Walchwil
The climate in Walchwil 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 Walchwil and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Walchwil: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Walchwil: 1991–2020 normals
In Walchwil (926 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.4 °C. The warmest month is July (16.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.5 °C). About 1351 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (165 mm) with a minimum in January (72 mm). On average there are 123 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.1 °C and the absolute minimum −11.4 °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 | −1.5 °C | 9.4 °C | −11.4 °C | 72 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.7 °C | 11.1 °C | −11.0 °C | 72 | 24 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.1 °C | 16.2 °C | −7.6 °C | 81 | 19 | 0 |
| Apr | 7.2 °C | 20.6 °C | −3.9 °C | 98 | 9 | 0 |
| May | 11.3 °C | 24.8 °C | 0.7 °C | 150 | 1 | 0 |
| Jun | 15.0 °C | 28.3 °C | 4.7 °C | 155 | 0 | 4 |
| Jul | 16.7 °C | 29.1 °C | 7.1 °C | 162 | 0 | 6 |
| Aug | 16.3 °C | 28.5 °C | 6.4 °C | 165 | 0 | 6 |
| Sep | 12.1 °C | 24.0 °C | 2.5 °C | 114 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 7.8 °C | 19.8 °C | −1.6 °C | 98 | 3 | 0 |
| Nov | 2.6 °C | 14.4 °C | −6.6 °C | 87 | 14 | 0 |
| Dec | −0.7 °C | 10.3 °C | −11.1 °C | 97 | 25 | 0 |
| Year | 7.4 °C | 29.1 °C | −11.4 °C | 1351 | 123 | 16 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Cham (11 km, 443 m), Wädenswil (17 km, 485 m), Einsiedeln (17 km, 911 m), adjusted to the elevation of Walchwil (926 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Walchwil
What is the weather in Walchwil today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Walchwil, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Walchwil?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Walchwil.
Will it rain tomorrow in Walchwil?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Walchwil.
What is the air quality in Walchwil?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Walchwil.
Are there weather alerts for Walchwil?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Walchwil located?
Walchwil sits at around 926 m above sea level in the canton of Zug. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Walchwil?
The warmest month in Walchwil is July, averaging 16.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Walchwil per year?
Walchwil receives about 1351 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (165 mm), the driest January (72 mm).
When is the best time to visit Walchwil?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.7 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.