About Zug
Zug is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Zug (ZG), at 47.169° latitude and 8.527° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Zug, Zug benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Zug
The climate in Zug is characteristic of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. 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 Zug and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Zug: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Zug: 1991–2020 normals
In Zug (492 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.9 °C. The warmest month is July (19.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.9 °C). About 1113 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (140 mm) with a minimum in January (56 mm). The sun shines for about 1705 hours a year, mostly in July (234 h). On average there are 74 frost days and 11 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.7 °C and the absolute minimum −8.8 °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 | 0.9 °C | 11.6 °C | −8.4 °C | 56 | 56 | 20 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.8 °C | 13.5 °C | −8.1 °C | 57 | 87 | 17 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.7 °C | 18.7 °C | −4.8 °C | 61 | 144 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.7 °C | 23.2 °C | −1.5 °C | 83 | 183 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 13.8 °C | 27.4 °C | 3.0 °C | 129 | 198 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.6 °C | 30.9 °C | 7.2 °C | 131 | 216 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 19.2 °C | 31.7 °C | 9.4 °C | 136 | 234 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 18.7 °C | 31.1 °C | 8.8 °C | 140 | 218 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.6 °C | 26.7 °C | 4.9 °C | 94 | 161 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.2 °C | 22.1 °C | 0.8 °C | 82 | 107 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.8 °C | 16.3 °C | −4.2 °C | 68 | 57 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.7 °C | 12.4 °C | −8.8 °C | 77 | 44 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 9.9 °C | 31.7 °C | −8.8 °C | 1113 | 1705 | 74 | 52 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Cham (5 km, 443 m), Wädenswil (13 km, 485 m), Einsiedeln (18 km, 911 m), adjusted to the elevation of Zug (492 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Zug
What is the weather in Zug today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Zug, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Zug?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Zug.
Will it rain tomorrow in Zug?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Zug.
What is the air quality in Zug?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Zug.
Are there weather alerts for Zug?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Zug located?
Zug sits at around 492 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 Zug?
The warmest month in Zug is July, averaging 19.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.9 °C.
How much does it rain in Zug per year?
Zug receives about 1113 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (140 mm), the driest January (56 mm).
When is the best time to visit Zug?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.2 °C on average, 234 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.9 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.