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Lucerne weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lucerne
Jun–Sep has the best lake and mountain weather; Dec–Mar has the Christmas market and nearby skiing. Winter can be grey and foggy; summer is busy with tour groups.
Lucerne weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan4°94 mm
- Feb6°75 mm
- Mar10°95 mm
- Apr15°98 mm
- May19°150 mm
- Jun23°146 mm
- Jul24°152 mm
- Aug24°158 mm
- Sep20°101 mm
- Oct16°100 mm
- Nov10°93 mm
- Dec5°100 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C40°F | -2°C28°F | 94 mm | 83% | Cold |
| February | 6°C42°F | -2°C29°F | 75 mm | 82% | Cold |
| March | 10°C50°F | 2°C35°F | 95 mm | 81% | Cold |
| April | 15°C59°F | 6°C43°F | 98 mm | 78% | Cool |
| May | 19°C66°F | 10°C50°F | 150 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| June | 23°C73°F | 15°C58°F | 146 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| July | 24°C76°F | 16°C61°F | 152 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C75°F | 16°C61°F | 158 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| September | 20°C68°F | 12°C53°F | 101 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| October | 16°C61°F | 8°C46°F | 100 mm | 81% | Cool |
| November | 10°C50°F | 3°C37°F | 93 mm | 84% | Cold |
| December | 5°C42°F | -1°C30°F | 100 mm | 82% | Cold |
Best months across Switzerland
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Geneva | May–Sep | Jul (27°C) |
| Lucerne | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Interlaken | Jun–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Zermatt | Jan–Mar, Jul–Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Bern | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Basel | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Lausanne | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Lugano | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Grindelwald | Jan–Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| St. Moritz | Jan–Mar, Jul–Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Montreux | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Lucerne?
May–Sep. Jun–Sep has the best lake and mountain weather; Dec–Mar has the Christmas market and nearby skiing. Winter can be grey and foggy; summer is busy with tour groups.
When is the rainy season in Lucerne?
Rain peaks in August with about 158 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May, Jul–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Lucerne?
July, with average highs of 24°C (76°F).
How cold does Lucerne get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -2°C (28°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 3.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.