About Wattwil
Wattwil is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of St. Gallen (SG), at 47.261° latitude and 9.050° longitude. The municipality is part of the eastern Alps, alpine climate with snowy winters and cool summers. Also known as Wattwil, Wattwil benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Wattwil
The climate in Wattwil 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 Wattwil and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Wattwil: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Wattwil: 1991–2020 normals
In Wattwil (836 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.3 °C. The warmest month is July (16.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.6 °C). About 1805 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (194 mm) with a minimum in February (116 mm). The sun shines for about 1667 hours a year, mostly in July (212 h). On average there are 113 frost days and 6 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.8 °C and the absolute minimum −14.6 °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 | −1.6 °C | 10.1 °C | −14.6 °C | 131 | 83 | 25 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.9 °C | 12.0 °C | −13.7 °C | 116 | 92 | 22 | 0 |
| Mar | 2.8 °C | 17.0 °C | −9.4 °C | 142 | 134 | 18 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.8 °C | 21.1 °C | −5.2 °C | 121 | 160 | 8 | 0 |
| May | 11.1 °C | 25.5 °C | −0.7 °C | 176 | 172 | 1 | 3 |
| Jun | 14.8 °C | 28.6 °C | 3.2 °C | 182 | 192 | 0 | 9 |
| Jul | 16.4 °C | 29.8 °C | 5.7 °C | 194 | 212 | 0 | 12 |
| Aug | 16.0 °C | 29.2 °C | 5.2 °C | 194 | 200 | 0 | 12 |
| Sep | 11.9 °C | 24.6 °C | 1.2 °C | 149 | 154 | 0 | 2 |
| Oct | 7.8 °C | 21.1 °C | −2.9 °C | 121 | 118 | 3 | 0 |
| Nov | 2.7 °C | 16.5 °C | −8.3 °C | 127 | 80 | 13 | 0 |
| Dec | −0.7 °C | 11.2 °C | −12.5 °C | 151 | 70 | 23 | 0 |
| Year | 7.3 °C | 29.8 °C | −14.6 °C | 1805 | 1667 | 113 | 39 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Ebnat-Kappel (5 km, 623 m), Hörnli (15 km, 1133 m), Säntis (22 km, 2501 m), adjusted to the elevation of Wattwil (836 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Wattwil
What is the weather in Wattwil today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Wattwil, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Wattwil?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Wattwil.
Will it rain tomorrow in Wattwil?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Wattwil.
What is the air quality in Wattwil?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Wattwil.
Are there weather alerts for Wattwil?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Wattwil located?
Wattwil sits at around 836 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 Wattwil?
The warmest month in Wattwil is July, averaging 16.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Wattwil per year?
Wattwil receives about 1805 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (194 mm), the driest February (116 mm).
When is the best time to visit Wattwil?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.4 °C on average, 212 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.