When is the best time to go to Schwyz?

When is the best time to go to Schwyz? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months in Schwyz are June, July, August and September
  • On average, the warmest months are July and August
  • The coldest months are January and February
  • The rainiest months are May, June, July and August


Annual weather in Schwyz

For full information about the climate and weather in Schwyz a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 22°F/32°F
8in
February 22°F/34°F
5.5in
March 27°F/40°F
6.8in
April 36°F/49°F
6.8in
May 43°F/54°F
12.2in
June 54°F/63°F
13in
July 56°F/67°F
13in
August 56°F/67°F
12.7in
September 47°F/61°F
7in
October 38°F/52°F
7.2in
November 32°F/43°F
7in
December 25°F/36°F
7.9in


Weather and climate in Schwyz

Schwyz enjoys a temperate oceanic climate (with warm summer) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Schwyz is 50°F (ranging from 32°F in january to 67°F in august). Annual rainfall is 106.9in, with a minimum of 5.5in in february and a maximum of 13in in june.
  • From january to april the climate is the worst possible. In average, on the morning it is 36°F and it rains about 34% of the time in april.
  • In the month of may the climate is not good. It is for example 54°F as maximum temperature in may and, in may, 16 days of rain are expected.
  • Between june and september the climate is okay. By early evening, the temperature averages 49°F and, in september, 9 days of rain are expected.
  • In the month of october the climate is not good. In average, on the morning it is 40°F and, in october, 8 days of rain are expected.
  • Between the months of november and december the climate is very unfavorable. In average, on the morning it is 27°F and it rains about 33% of the time in december.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Schwyz

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Schwyz: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Schwyz

Find out when Schwyz has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Schwyz

  • Very low season in Schwyz
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: February and March.
  • Low season in Schwyz
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: January, April, November and December.
  • High season in Schwyz
    The number of visitors to Schwyz is high in: May, June, September and October.
  • Peak season in Schwyz
    The largest number of tourists visiting Schwyz is during: July and August.

Figure: Visitor index for Schwyz month by month



Best time for low prices in Schwyz

Average prices of hotels in Schwyz month by month

Generally, November is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Schwyz. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, June is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

Find the best price for your hotel room


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