About Waldkirch
Waldkirch is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of St. Gallen (SG), at 47.453° latitude and 9.325° longitude. The municipality is part of the eastern Alps, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers. Also known as Waldkirch, Waldkirch benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Waldkirch
The climate in Waldkirch is characteristic of the eastern Alps, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers. 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 Waldkirch and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Waldkirch: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Waldkirch: 1991–2020 normals
In Waldkirch (675 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.1 °C. The warmest month is July (18.1 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.6 °C). About 1286 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (164 mm) with a minimum in February (59 mm). The sun shines for about 1606 hours a year, mostly in July (225 h). On average there are 85 frost days and 2 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.7 °C and the absolute minimum −9.6 °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 | 0.6 °C | 12.4 °C | −9.6 °C | 62 | 55 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.2 °C | 13.0 °C | −8.9 °C | 59 | 79 | 18 | 0 |
| Mar | 4.8 °C | 17.3 °C | −5.4 °C | 78 | 132 | 12 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.6 °C | 21.4 °C | −2.0 °C | 92 | 168 | 5 | 0 |
| May | 12.8 °C | 25.7 °C | 2.8 °C | 140 | 186 | 0 | 2 |
| Jun | 16.3 °C | 28.5 °C | 6.6 °C | 153 | 200 | 0 | 6 |
| Jul | 18.1 °C | 29.7 °C | 9.3 °C | 155 | 225 | 0 | 9 |
| Aug | 17.8 °C | 29.0 °C | 8.6 °C | 164 | 207 | 0 | 8 |
| Sep | 13.6 °C | 24.4 °C | 4.8 °C | 122 | 152 | 0 | 1 |
| Oct | 9.6 °C | 21.1 °C | 0.5 °C | 94 | 99 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.6 °C | 16.9 °C | −4.3 °C | 84 | 57 | 9 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.5 °C | 13.2 °C | −8.3 °C | 83 | 46 | 19 | 0 |
| Year | 9.1 °C | 29.7 °C | −9.6 °C | 1286 | 1606 | 85 | 26 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations St. Gallen (6 km, 776 m), Güttingen (17 km, 440 m), Altenrhein (18 km, 398 m), adjusted to the elevation of Waldkirch (675 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Waldkirch:
- Weather Gaiserwald
- Weather Andwil (SG)
- Weather St. Gallen
- Weather Wittenbach
- Weather Berg (SG)
- Weather Häggenschwil
- Weather Stein (AR)
- Weather Roggwil (TG)
- Weather Gossau (SG)
- Weather Teufen (AR)
- Weather Hauptwil-Gottshaus
- Weather Niederbüren
→ Nearby cities · Canton St. Gallen
Frequently asked questions about weather in Waldkirch
What is the weather in Waldkirch today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Waldkirch, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Waldkirch?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Waldkirch.
Will it rain tomorrow in Waldkirch?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Waldkirch.
What is the air quality in Waldkirch?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Waldkirch.
Are there weather alerts for Waldkirch?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Waldkirch located?
Waldkirch sits at around 675 m above sea level in the canton of St. Gallen. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Waldkirch?
The warmest month in Waldkirch is July, averaging 18.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Waldkirch per year?
Waldkirch receives about 1286 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (164 mm), the driest February (59 mm).
When is the best time to visit Waldkirch?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.1 °C on average, 225 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.