Lake Pfäffikon
Lake Pfäffikon is a Swiss lake (Zurich) at 537 m, covering 3.3 km² with a maximum depth of 35 m. Typical winds: Westwind, Bise. Main shores and access points: Pfäffikon ZH, Seegräben, Auslikon, Wetzikon. The weather above is computed over the middle of the lake; the “Wind on the lake” section details hourly speed, gusts and direction — for sailing, windsurfing, paddling, fishing or swimming.
Climate of Lake Pfäffikon: 1991–2020 normals
In Lake Pfäffikon (537 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.2 °C. The warmest month is July (19.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.8 °C). About 1231 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (146 mm) with a minimum in February (69 mm). The sun shines for about 1695 hours a year, mostly in July (231 h). On average there are 69 frost days and 8 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 30.9 °C and the absolute minimum −7.8 °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 | 1.8 °C | 12.5 °C | −7.8 °C | 75 | 58 | 19 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.3 °C | 13.6 °C | −6.9 °C | 69 | 88 | 16 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.7 °C | 18.2 °C | −4.0 °C | 88 | 143 | 8 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.6 °C | 22.6 °C | −0.7 °C | 86 | 180 | 2 | 0 |
| May | 13.7 °C | 26.7 °C | 3.8 °C | 132 | 194 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 17.2 °C | 29.8 °C | 7.5 °C | 139 | 211 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 19.0 °C | 30.9 °C | 10.1 °C | 141 | 231 | 0 | 15 |
| Aug | 18.8 °C | 30.1 °C | 9.5 °C | 146 | 216 | 0 | 13 |
| Sep | 14.6 °C | 25.5 °C | 6.0 °C | 98 | 162 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.7 °C | 21.9 °C | 1.7 °C | 87 | 108 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.8 °C | 17.3 °C | −2.7 °C | 78 | 58 | 6 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.6 °C | 13.1 °C | −6.4 °C | 92 | 46 | 17 | 0 |
| Year | 10.2 °C | 30.9 °C | −7.8 °C | 1231 | 1695 | 69 | 45 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Hörnli (12 km, 1133 m), Wädenswil (16 km, 485 m), Zürich / Fluntern (16 km, 604 m), adjusted to the elevation of Lake Pfäffikon (537 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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- Weather Lake Greifen (8 km · 435 m)
- Weather Lake Zurich (13 km · 406 m)
- Weather Lake Ägeri (28 km · 724 m)
- Weather Lake Zug (33 km · 413 m)
- Weather Lake Klöntal (39 km · 848 m)
- Weather Lake Walen (41 km · 419 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Seegräben (1 km)
- Weather Pfäffikon (2 km)
- Weather Mönchaltorf (3 km)
- Weather Gossau (ZH) (4 km)
- Weather Wetzikon (ZH) (4 km)
- Weather Hittnau (4 km)
- Weather Uster (6 km)
- Weather Bäretswil (6 km)
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Lake Pfäffikon
What is the wind like on Lake Pfäffikon today?
The “Wind on the lake” section shows hourly average wind speed, gusts and direction for the next 24 hours, computed over the lake (537 m).
Can you swim in Lake Pfäffikon?
In summer (June to September) lowland lakes usually reach 18–24 °C at the surface; there are many public beaches and lidos. Check the air temperature, sunshine and UV index above to pick your slot.
What are the typical winds on Lake Pfäffikon?
Characteristic winds: Westwind, Bise. Storm warnings on Swiss lakes are signalled by flashing lights (40 flashes/min = caution, 90 = storm).
What is the warmest month in Lake Pfäffikon?
The warmest month in Lake Pfäffikon is July, averaging 19.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Lake Pfäffikon per year?
Lake Pfäffikon receives about 1231 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (146 mm), the driest February (69 mm).
When is the best time to visit Lake Pfäffikon?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.0 °C on average, 231 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.