About Walzenhausen
Walzenhausen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Appenzell Outer Rhodes (AR), at 47.440° latitude and 9.566° longitude. The municipality is part of the eastern Alps, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers. Also known as Walzenhausen, Walzenhausen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Walzenhausen
The climate in Walzenhausen 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 Walzenhausen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Walzenhausen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Walzenhausen: 1991–2020 normals
In Walzenhausen (683 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.6 °C. The warmest month is July (17.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.2 °C). About 1396 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (169 mm) with a minimum in February (73 mm). The sun shines for about 1589 hours a year, mostly in July (222 h). On average there are 79 frost days and 5 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.5 °C and the absolute minimum −10.5 °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 | −0.2 °C | 11.1 °C | −10.5 °C | 80 | 56 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.6 °C | 12.7 °C | −9.5 °C | 73 | 79 | 18 | 0 |
| Mar | 4.2 °C | 17.3 °C | −6.5 °C | 94 | 130 | 12 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.2 °C | 21.3 °C | −3.2 °C | 97 | 165 | 3 | 0 |
| May | 12.6 °C | 25.6 °C | 1.9 °C | 143 | 182 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 16.1 °C | 28.5 °C | 6.0 °C | 156 | 196 | 0 | 9 |
| Jul | 17.7 °C | 29.5 °C | 8.4 °C | 162 | 222 | 0 | 13 |
| Aug | 17.3 °C | 28.6 °C | 7.7 °C | 169 | 204 | 0 | 12 |
| Sep | 13.2 °C | 24.0 °C | 3.9 °C | 128 | 150 | 0 | 2 |
| Oct | 9.1 °C | 20.7 °C | −0.2 °C | 101 | 100 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.0 °C | 16.2 °C | −5.6 °C | 92 | 58 | 8 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.9 °C | 13.1 °C | −8.9 °C | 101 | 47 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 8.6 °C | 29.5 °C | −10.5 °C | 1396 | 1589 | 79 | 39 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Altenrhein (5 km, 398 m), St. Gallen (13 km, 776 m), Säntis (27 km, 2501 m), adjusted to the elevation of Walzenhausen (683 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Walzenhausen:
- Weather Wolfhalden
- Weather Berneck
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- Weather Oberegg
- Weather Heiden
- Weather Rheineck
- Weather Lutzenberg
- Weather Reute (AR)
- Weather Rebstein
- Weather Grub (AR)
- Weather Thal
- Weather Balgach
→ Nearby cities · Canton Appenzell Outer Rhodes
Frequently asked questions about weather in Walzenhausen
What is the weather in Walzenhausen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Walzenhausen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Walzenhausen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Walzenhausen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Walzenhausen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Walzenhausen.
What is the air quality in Walzenhausen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Walzenhausen.
Are there weather alerts for Walzenhausen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Walzenhausen located?
Walzenhausen sits at around 683 m above sea level in the canton of Appenzell Outer Rhodes. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Walzenhausen?
The warmest month in Walzenhausen is July, averaging 17.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Walzenhausen per year?
Walzenhausen receives about 1396 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (169 mm), the driest February (73 mm).
When is the best time to visit Walzenhausen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (17.7 °C on average, 222 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.