About Zwingen
Zwingen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Basel-Country (BL), at 47.436° latitude and 7.530° longitude. The municipality is part of the Rhine valley, mild climate for Switzerland thanks to low elevation. Also known as Zwingen, Zwingen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Zwingen
The climate in Zwingen is characteristic of the Rhine valley, mild climate for Switzerland thanks to low elevation. 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 Zwingen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Zwingen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Zwingen: 1991–2020 normals
In Zwingen (345 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.6 °C. The warmest month is July (19.6 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.9 °C). About 866 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (97 mm) with a minimum in February (48 mm). The sun shines for about 1675 hours a year, mostly in July (236 h). On average there are 69 frost days and 14 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.8 °C and the absolute minimum −8.9 °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 | 1.9 °C | 13.5 °C | −8.9 °C | 50 | 65 | 17 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.9 °C | 15.2 °C | −7.7 °C | 48 | 87 | 15 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.6 °C | 20.3 °C | −4.4 °C | 51 | 137 | 10 | 0 |
| Apr | 10.3 °C | 24.5 °C | −1.1 °C | 65 | 166 | 3 | 1 |
| May | 14.3 °C | 28.0 °C | 3.3 °C | 97 | 179 | 0 | 5 |
| Jun | 17.8 °C | 31.5 °C | 7.2 °C | 89 | 204 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 19.6 °C | 32.8 °C | 9.5 °C | 92 | 236 | 0 | 18 |
| Aug | 19.2 °C | 32.1 °C | 8.9 °C | 92 | 217 | 0 | 16 |
| Sep | 15.0 °C | 26.9 °C | 5.1 °C | 72 | 158 | 0 | 5 |
| Oct | 10.8 °C | 23.0 °C | 1.0 °C | 75 | 108 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.7 °C | 17.1 °C | −3.6 °C | 67 | 64 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.7 °C | 14.2 °C | −7.6 °C | 67 | 54 | 16 | 0 |
| Year | 10.6 °C | 32.8 °C | −8.9 °C | 866 | 1675 | 69 | 58 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Basel / Binningen (12 km, 316 m), Delémont (17 km, 439 m), St. Chrischona (19 km, 493 m), adjusted to the elevation of Zwingen (345 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Zwingen
What is the weather in Zwingen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Zwingen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Zwingen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Zwingen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Zwingen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Zwingen.
What is the air quality in Zwingen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Zwingen.
Are there weather alerts for Zwingen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Zwingen located?
Zwingen sits at around 345 m above sea level in the canton of Basel-Country. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Zwingen?
The warmest month in Zwingen is July, averaging 19.6 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.9 °C.
How much does it rain in Zwingen per year?
Zwingen receives about 866 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (97 mm), the driest February (48 mm).
When is the best time to visit Zwingen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.6 °C on average, 236 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.9 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.