Weather radar Locarno
Real-time precipitation radar · Tessin · Switzerland
Locarno climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Locarno shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 9.9° | 12.6° | 14.9° | 18.3° | 22.1° | 27.5° | 29° | 29.1° | 23.7° | 19.6° | 13.9° | 11° |
| Avg low (°C) | 3.4° | 5.2° | 6.6° | 9.4° | 14.1° | 19° | 20.7° | 20.6° | 17° | 13.7° | 7.8° | 4.9° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 72 | 72 | 119 | 138 | 211 | 162 | 197 | 175 | 197 | 248 | 86 | 47 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 8 | 11 | 10 | 20 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 8 |
| Sunshine hours | 182 | 192 | 251 | 289 | 304 | 345 | 374 | 346 | 263 | 207 | 184 | 163 |
| Humidity | 77% | 73% | 67% | 63% | 71% | 71% | 69% | 70% | 75% | 79% | 77% | 80% |
Best time to visit Locarno
The best time to visit Locarno is typically August. In this month the average high is 29.1°C, precipitation is 175 mm and sunshine duration is 346 hours. The annual average high is 19.3°C, total annual precipitation is 1724 mm (142 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3100 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Locarno
How up to date is the weather radar for Locarno?
The weather radar for Locarno is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Locarno?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Locarno: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Locarno?
The thunderstorm potential for Locarno is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Locarno.
What is the climate like in Locarno?
Locarno has an annual average high of 19.3°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 29.1°C), the coldest January (avg low 3.4°C). The wettest month is October with 248 mm, the driest December with 47 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1724 mm (142 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3100 hours.
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