Kronberg
The Kronberg rises to 1663 m (Appenzell Inner Rhodes). Access: cable car; season: toute l'année. The weather above is computed at summit altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section shows 7-day snowfall, wind, gusts and the snow line — to pick the right day (visibility, cold, wind).
Climate of Kronberg: 1991–2020 normals
In Kronberg (1663 m), the mean annual temperature is 3.9 °C. The warmest month is August (11.6 °C on average) and the coldest February (−3.0 °C). About 2195 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (220 mm) with a minimum in April (138 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 21.7 °C and the absolute minimum −13.9 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.5 °C | 7.4 °C | −13.3 °C | 199 |
| Feb | −3.0 °C | 8.1 °C | −13.9 °C | 165 |
| Mar | −1.0 °C | 9.1 °C | −11.7 °C | 192 |
| Apr | 1.8 °C | 11.5 °C | −8.3 °C | 138 |
| May | 5.8 °C | 15.9 °C | −3.3 °C | 180 |
| Jun | 9.3 °C | 20.3 °C | 0.4 °C | 194 |
| Jul | 11.3 °C | 21.7 °C | 3.0 °C | 220 |
| Aug | 11.6 °C | 21.5 °C | 2.5 °C | 212 |
| Sep | 8.2 °C | 18.0 °C | −0.8 °C | 169 |
| Oct | 5.5 °C | 15.4 °C | −4.9 °C | 150 |
| Nov | 1.1 °C | 11.8 °C | −9.3 °C | 157 |
| Dec | −1.7 °C | 8.2 °C | −12.3 °C | 218 |
| Year | 3.9 °C | 21.7 °C | −13.9 °C | 2195 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Säntis (5 km, 2501 m), St. Gallen (15 km, 776 m), Ebnat-Kappel (19 km, 623 m), adjusted to the elevation of Kronberg (1663 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Passes & summits
- Weather Säntis (5 km · 2502 m)
- Weather Hoher Kasten (7 km · 1795 m)
- Weather Chäserrugg (Churfirsten) (16 km · 2262 m)
- Weather Pragel Pass (49 km · 1550 m)
- Weather Ibergeregg Pass (56 km · 1406 m)
- Weather Klausen Pass (61 km · 1948 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Schwende-Rüte (4 km)
- Weather Appenzell (5 km)
- Weather Wildhaus-Alt St. Johann (5 km)
- Weather Nesslau (6 km)
- Weather Gonten (6 km)
- Weather Schlatt-Haslen (7 km)
- Weather Hundwil (8 km)
- Weather Urnäsch (9 km)
Passes & summits Weather Schwende-Rüte
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Kronberg
Is the Kronberg open?
The Kronberg is usually accessible toute l'année. The official status depends on snow and roadworks (check TCS or the canton); the snow forecast above helps anticipate closures.
How cold is it at the Kronberg?
Expect about 7 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 1663 m is about 3.9 °C; the coldest month is February (−3.0 °C).
Can it snow at the Kronberg in summer?
Yes: above 2000 m, snow can fall in any season during cold spells. Watch the freezing level and the forecast snowfall in the dedicated section.
What is the warmest month in Kronberg?
The warmest month in Kronberg is August, averaging 11.6 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at −3.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Kronberg per year?
Kronberg receives about 2195 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (220 mm), the driest April (138 mm).
When is the best time to visit Kronberg?
For warmth and sunshine: August (11.6 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is February (−3.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.