Weather radar Zermatt
Real-time precipitation radar · Wallis · Switzerland
Zermatt climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Zermatt 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) | -1.4° | 2.9° | 4.1° | 6.5° | 10.7° | 17.9° | 20° | 20° | 15.2° | 11.3° | 3.4° | 0° |
| Avg low (°C) | -7.8° | -4.3° | -3.1° | -0.6° | 4.2° | 9.8° | 11.4° | 11.3° | 7.8° | 4.2° | -3.9° | -5.8° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 86 | 59 | 128 | 144 | 197 | 198 | 175 | 175 | 182 | 138 | 102 | 103 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 10 | 14 | 15 | 21 | 23 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 14 | 13 | 14 |
| Sunshine hours | 189 | 220 | 285 | 318 | 320 | 347 | 382 | 354 | 269 | 229 | 193 | 169 |
| Humidity | 71% | 70% | 70% | 73% | 81% | 78% | 75% | 74% | 81% | 81% | 76% | 71% |
Best time to visit Zermatt
The best time to visit Zermatt is typically February. In this month the average high is 2.9°C, precipitation is 59 mm and sunshine duration is 220 hours. The annual average high is 9.2°C, total annual precipitation is 1687 mm (196 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3275 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Zermatt
How up to date is the weather radar for Zermatt?
The weather radar for Zermatt 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 Zermatt?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Zermatt: 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 Zermatt?
The thunderstorm potential for Zermatt 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 Zermatt.
What is the climate like in Zermatt?
Zermatt has an annual average high of 9.2°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 20°C), the coldest January (avg low -7.8°C). The wettest month is June with 198 mm, the driest February with 59 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1687 mm (196 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3275 hours.
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