The week of 11 November 2024 - 17 November 2024 had an average daily temperature of 1 °C (34 °F) and a minimum (nighttime) temperature of -7 °C (19 °F). Both the daily and night temperatures in Zermatt are slightly above the long-term average, which is around -1 °C (30 °F) and -6 °C (21 °F) respectively. The coldest day of the week was Tuesday in the beginning of the week. The average temperatures during different times of day (local time) were following: 7am -5 °C (23 °F), 10am -1 °C (30 °F), 1pm 0 °C (32 °F), 4pm -1 °C (30 °F), 7pm -3 °C (27 °F), 10pm -4 °C (25 °F).

There were 7 days without rain during this week. The total precipitation for the week in Zermatt was 0 mm (0.00 in), which is below the area's average of 18 mm (0.71 in). From dawn to dusk, there was an average of 32 % cloud coverage during the day.

An average wind speed of 3.7 m/s was recorded. The air pressure varied between 1013 hpa and 1031 hpa. The average air humidity was 48 % in Zermatt.

During the daytime (from dawn to dusk), there were in average: 7 hours clear skies, 2 hours partially overcast skies and 2.5 hours overcast skies. At 07:28, on average, the sun rose, and at 16:58, the sun set.

Weather overview

Zermatt (Switzerland) is a place with a cold climate. The day temperatures range from -6 °C (21 °F) in January to 11 °C (52 °F) in August. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in August with 5 °C (41 °F), the lowest in January with -12 °C (10 °F). The driest month is February with just 8 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is May with 11 days of rain.

January weather

The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed, its value is -6 °C (21 °F) in Zermatt, and the night temperature reaches its minimum as well in January. The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 59 mm (2.31 in).

February weather

The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value being -5 °C (23 °F) in Zermatt, and the night temperature starts to rise too, its value is -11 °C (12 °F). The minimum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, with its value being 8 days, and the minimum of the rainfall amount is observable as well in this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 5 hours.

March weather

The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed in March in Zermatt. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, its value is -3 °C (26 °F), and the night temperature continues to rise as well, with its value of -10 °C (15 °F). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 5 hours. The wind speed reaches its maximum.

April weather

The rise of the day temperature can be observed, its value is -1 °C (29 °F) in Zermatt, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, its value is -8 °C (18 °F). The rise of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value of 71 mm (2.81 in), while the number of rainy days rise's start could be observed in this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 6 hours.

May weather

The maximum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value being 11 days in Zermatt, and the maximum of the rainfall amount is observable too. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 3 °C (38 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is -3 °C (27 °F). The humidity is on its maximum, its value is 79 %.

June weather

The rise of the day temperature can be observed in Zermatt, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 1 °C (34 °F). The tourist season slowly starts. The rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value being 59 mm (2.31 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed. The maximum of the day length is observable, its value is 15 hours.

July weather

The tourist season continues in Zermatt. The number of rainy days starts to descent in this month. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 4 °C (40 °F), and the day temperature continues to rise as well, the value of this measure is 10 °C (51 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum in this month.

August weather

The day temperature reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 11 °C (52 °F) in Zermatt, and the maximum of the night temperature is observable too in August. The tourist season is taking place. The number of rainy days starts to rise, with its value being 9 days, and the rainfall amount starts to rise as well, with its value of 66 mm (2.59 in). The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, the value of this measure is 7 hours.

September weather

The day temperature starts to descent, with its value of 8 °C (46 °F) in Zermatt, and the night temperature starts to descent as well, with its value of 3 °C (37 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed in September. There is pending tourist season. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 6 hours.

October weather

The rainfall amount starts to rise, its value is 69 mm (2.73 in) in Zermatt. The descent of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 0 °C (31 °F), and the day temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, its value is 4 °C (39 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value of 5 hours.

November weather

The descent of the day temperature can be observed, its value is -1 °C (30 °F) in Zermatt, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value of -6 °C (21 °F). The rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 76 mm (2.99 in), while the number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, with its value being 9 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent.

December weather

The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being -5 °C (23 °F) in Zermatt, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value of -11 °C (13 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value being 8 days, and the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed too in this month. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value of 4 hours. The minimum of the humidity is observable, with its value being 64 %.

Is there a wet season in April in Zermatt?

No, there is no wet season in Zermatt in April - you can expect 10 days of rain during the month.

Is there a dry season in May in Zermatt?

No, May is not a dry month in Zermatt, expect rain approximately 11 days in a month.

What is the night temperature in June in Zermatt?

The average night temperature in June in Zermatt is 1 °C (34 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.

Is July a good month to visit Zermatt?

July is one of the best months to visit Zermatt. You can expect just 9 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. A relatively low temperature of 10 °C (51 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The night temperature of 4 °C (40 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.

What is the temperature in Zermatt during the day in August?

In Zermatt in August, the average daily temperatures will be 11 °C (52 °F). Don't forget a sweater and light or normal jacket, but also pack light clothing in case the temperatures are above average. The weather at this time can be somewhat changeable and a wide range of clothing can become handy.

How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Zermatt in September?

There are 8 days, which are rainy in September in Zermatt, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.9 days of the week, or in general - 27 % days.

How many sunny hours can I expect in October in Zermatt?

In Zermatt in October, you can expect around 5 hours of sunshine.