About Wassen
Wassen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Uri (UR), at 46.701° latitude and 8.599° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Wassen, Wassen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Wassen
The climate in Wassen 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 Wassen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Wassen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Wassen: 1991–2020 normals
In Wassen (873 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.3 °C. The warmest month is August (16.5 °C on average) and the coldest February (1.0 °C). About 1007 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (98 mm) with a minimum in February (68 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.1 °C and the absolute minimum −11.1 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.1 °C | 12.3 °C | −10.7 °C | 83 |
| Feb | 1.0 °C | 11.9 °C | −11.1 °C | 68 |
| Mar | 3.4 °C | 12.9 °C | −8.5 °C | 78 |
| Apr | 6.3 °C | 15.0 °C | −4.5 °C | 78 |
| May | 10.5 °C | 20.4 °C | 1.1 °C | 94 |
| Jun | 14.4 °C | 26.1 °C | 4.7 °C | 90 |
| Jul | 16.4 °C | 27.1 °C | 7.4 °C | 82 |
| Aug | 16.5 °C | 27.1 °C | 6.7 °C | 98 |
| Sep | 12.9 °C | 23.8 °C | 3.4 °C | 85 |
| Oct | 9.8 °C | 21.5 °C | −0.7 °C | 78 |
| Nov | 5.0 °C | 16.6 °C | −6.3 °C | 90 |
| Dec | 2.1 °C | 12.8 °C | −9.6 °C | 83 |
| Year | 8.3 °C | 27.1 °C | −11.1 °C | 1007 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Gütsch, Andermatt (6 km, 2286 m), Andermatt (8 km, 1435 m), Titlis (15 km, 3045 m), adjusted to the elevation of Wassen (873 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Wassen:
- Weather Göschenen
- Weather Andermatt
- Weather Hospental
- Weather Gurtnellen
- Weather Erstfeld
- Weather Tujetsch
- Weather Silenen
- Weather Attinghausen
- Weather Realp
- Weather Schattdorf
- Weather Airolo
- Weather Disentis/Mustér
Frequently asked questions about weather in Wassen
What is the weather in Wassen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Wassen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Wassen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Wassen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Wassen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Wassen.
What is the air quality in Wassen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Wassen.
Are there weather alerts for Wassen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Wassen located?
Wassen sits at around 873 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 Wassen?
The warmest month in Wassen is August, averaging 16.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at 1.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Wassen per year?
Wassen receives about 1007 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (98 mm), the driest February (68 mm).
When is the best time to visit Wassen?
For warmth and sunshine: August (16.5 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is February (1.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.