ZurichZurich
SwitzerlandClimate score
Average high: 21 °C 18 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: June, July, August, September
Best time to visit Switzerland
Switzerland covers 8 destinations in our climate comparison. Purely on climate, the most rewarding months across the region are July, August and June, when daily highs average around 18 °C. Climate averages, estimates and model scores are not a forecast.
Destinations in Switzerland, ranked by climate
Zurich
LucerneLucerne
SwitzerlandClimate score
Average high: 21 °C 18 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: July, August
Saas-Fee
Zermatt
St. Moritz
Interlaken
GrindelwaldGrindelwald
SwitzerlandClimate score
Average high: 16 °C 19 rainy days (est.)
- Best months:
DavosClimate overview for Switzerland
The highest overall climate score in Switzerland goes to Zurich (46/100). These are mainly inland destinations, so the ranking focuses on comfortable sightseeing weather.
Pick a destination for its full month-by-month guide, or use the best months above as a starting point. If your dates are fixed, compare the individual destinations for that month; if you are flexible, July, August and June offer the most reliable conditions across Switzerland.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Switzerland?
Climatically the best months across Switzerland are July, August and June. The ideal month still depends on the specific destination and your travel style.
Which destination in Switzerland has the best climate?
By overall climate score, Zurich leads with 46/100 — see the full ranking below.