Mountain town in Valais, Switzerland
Zermatt weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Zermatt
Skiing runs roughly Dec–Apr, with glacier skiing year-round; hiking is best Jul–Sep. May–June and Oct–Nov are quiet, with many lifts and hotels closed.
Zermatt weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-2°63 mm
- Feb-1°50 mm
- Mar2°63 mm
- Apr7°70 mm
- May12°109 mm
- Jun17°97 mm
- Jul19°96 mm
- Aug18°99 mm
- Sep15°68 mm
- Oct10°72 mm
- Nov4°91 mm
- Dec-1°68 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2°C29°F | -10°C14°F | 63 mm | 84% | Freezing |
| February | -1°C30°F | -10°C13°F | 50 mm | 84% | Freezing |
| March | 2°C36°F | -6°C20°F | 63 mm | 87% | Freezing |
| April | 7°C45°F | -1°C30°F | 70 mm | 83% | Cold |
| May | 12°C54°F | 3°C38°F | 109 mm | 78% | Cool |
| June | 17°C63°F | 8°C46°F | 97 mm | 75% | Cool |
| July | 19°C66°F | 9°C49°F | 96 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| August | 18°C65°F | 9°C48°F | 99 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| September | 15°C59°F | 5°C42°F | 68 mm | 78% | Cool |
| October | 10°C51°F | 2°C35°F | 72 mm | 80% | Cold |
| November | 4°C39°F | -4°C26°F | 91 mm | 85% | Cold |
| December | -1°C31°F | -9°C16°F | 68 mm | 83% | Freezing |
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 Zermatt?
Jan–Mar, Jul–Sep. Skiing runs roughly Dec–Apr, with glacier skiing year-round; hiking is best Jul–Sep. May–June and Oct–Nov are quiet, with many lifts and hotels closed.
When is the rainy season in Zermatt?
Rain peaks in May with about 109 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Zermatt?
July, with average highs of 19°C (66°F).
How cold does Zermatt get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging -10°C (13°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 4.2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.