Is Switzerland too cold in September?

Temperatures across Switzerland start dropping in September. Still, the weather is pleasant in most parts of the country. Low-lying areas in the country have mild to warm weather, particularly during the first few weeks of September. In cities like Zurich, Geneva and Lugano, the daytime average temperature is 20°C.



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Generally, the best time to visit Switzerland is in the spring/early summer and in the early fall, April through June or September and October. This is when you're unlikely to battle thick tourist crowds and enjoy some of the most pleasant weather.

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What to wear for Spring in Fall (September, October, November) Fall in Switzerland is characterized by crisp air and cooler temperatures, with the possibility of early snow in the mountains. Opt for warmer clothing such as long-sleeved tops, sweaters, and jeans, and always bring a medium-weight jacket or coat.

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In the summer months of June and July, the mountain scenery is at its best. The weather is mild and temperatures are pleasant and rarely too hot. Days are generally dry and sunny, offering clear views across the mountain peaks and rolling countryside.

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The best time to visit Zurich is between June and September, when average temperatures, which hover in the high 70s, make lake and river swimming possible. December, January and February (the winter offseason), see hotel rates spike due to the city's proximity to the Swiss Alps' ski slopes.

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The swiss swimming season runs from May to September, outside then the lidos are closed but you are still allowed to swim where there is open access.

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Monsoon in Switzerland: During Monsoon in Switzerland, it receives about 1000 mm of precipitation every year. The rainy season in Switzerland falls between May and August. If you love the rain, then the monsoon is the best time to visit Switzerland. June is the wettest month in Switzerland.

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What to wear for Spring in Fall (September, October, November) Fall in Switzerland is characterized by crisp air and cooler temperatures, with the possibility of early snow in the mountains. Opt for warmer clothing such as long-sleeved tops, sweaters, and jeans, and always bring a medium-weight jacket or coat.

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Enjoy the Great Outdoors. The best time to visit Switzerland to enjoy nature and the great outdoors is during the spring months of April to early September. As the weather starts to warm up, the countryside becomes green again and all the wildflowers start to bloom.

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Low or Off Season This season runs from October all the way through March. If you're travelling during the low season, you can find affordable flight tickets and accommodation.

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A longer trip to Switzerland, lasting over ten days, often involves outdoor activities like hiking and skiing. However, we recommend a seven-day trip for those who want to sample everything Switzerland has to offer. Save a day for a castle tour in a country that is home to 500 castles and forts.

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In this third part of our seasonal flower series, we introduce you to Swiss flowers that bloom from July to September. But with the warm temperatures, you also have to take special care of cut flowers.

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The most snow fell in the Gotthard region, according to SRF Meteo, the German-language national broadcaster's weather service. Snowfall in the mountains in early September is quite normal, said Sabine Balmer from SRF Meteo. It can even snow down to 1,500 metres during July and August.

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Typical Swiss food
  • Cheese fondue. Melted cheese with bread cubes. ...
  • Raclette. Melted cheese served with Gschwellti (jacket potatoes), cocktail gherkins and onions as well as pickled fruit.
  • Älplermagronen. A kind of gratin with potatoes, macaroni, cheese, cream and onions. ...
  • Rösti. ...
  • Birchermüesli. ...
  • Swiss chocolate. ...
  • Swiss cheese.


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