Rigi ski resort
Rigi is a ski resort in the canton of Schwyz, in the municipality of Arth. The village sits at 1440 m and the ski area tops out at 1797 m (Rigi Kulm), a vertical drop of 357 m. The forecast at the top of the page is computed for the village altitude; the “Summit weather” section gives temperature, snow, wind and freezing level at 1797 m.
Snow and season in Rigi
Above 1000 m expect reliable winter snow and cool nights even in summer; ideal for skiing and hiking.
To judge conditions, compare the snow line (≈ 300 m below the freezing level) with the village (1440 m) and the slopes (1797 m); above 50–60 km/h of summit wind, exposed lifts may close; a warm front lifts the freezing level within hours, a cold front brings snow down to the valley.
Climate of Rigi: 1991–2020 normals
In Rigi (1440 m), the mean annual temperature is 4.8 °C. The warmest month is July (13.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (−4.1 °C). About 1438 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (187 mm) with a minimum in February (70 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.3 °C and the absolute minimum −13.1 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −4.1 °C | 7.2 °C | −13.1 °C | 70 |
| Feb | −3.3 °C | 8.5 °C | −12.9 °C | 70 |
| Mar | 0.6 °C | 13.9 °C | −9.9 °C | 82 |
| Apr | 4.6 °C | 17.9 °C | −6.6 °C | 105 |
| May | 8.7 °C | 22.3 °C | −2.1 °C | 161 |
| Jun | 12.2 °C | 25.7 °C | 2.0 °C | 176 |
| Jul | 13.9 °C | 26.3 °C | 4.4 °C | 179 |
| Aug | 13.5 °C | 25.6 °C | 3.7 °C | 187 |
| Sep | 9.4 °C | 21.1 °C | −0.0 °C | 123 |
| Oct | 5.1 °C | 16.8 °C | −4.5 °C | 102 |
| Nov | −0.2 °C | 11.6 °C | −9.1 °C | 89 |
| Dec | −3.4 °C | 7.9 °C | −13.0 °C | 94 |
| Year | 4.8 °C | 26.3 °C | −13.1 °C | 1438 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Luzern (15 km, 454 m), Cham (17 km, 443 m), Altdorf (19 km, 438 m), adjusted to the elevation of Rigi (1440 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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- Weather Stoos (14 km · 1300–1935 m)
- Weather Hoch-Ybrig (20 km · 1050–1850 m)
- Weather Engelberg-Titlis (25 km · 1000–3020 m)
Nearby municipalities
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- Weather Greppen
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- Weather Lauerz
- Weather Steinerberg
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Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rigi
How high is Rigi?
The village of Rigi is at 1440 m and the ski area rises to 1797 m (Rigi Kulm), a vertical drop of 357 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Rigi?
Expect about 2 °C less at the summit (1797 m) than in the village (1440 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 1797 m.
When does it snow in Rigi?
In the village (1440 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from November to March (1991–2020 normals), when precipitation mostly falls as snow. Higher up, snow can fall in any season.
Where can I see the weather on the slopes of Rigi?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Rigi Kulm (1797 m), min/max temperature, 7-day snowfall, wind and gusts, plus the freezing level and the estimated snow line.
What is the warmest month in Rigi?
The warmest month in Rigi is July, averaging 13.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −4.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Rigi per year?
Rigi receives about 1438 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (187 mm), the driest February (70 mm).
When is the best time to visit Rigi?
For warmth and sunshine: July (13.9 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−4.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.