Geneva weather and climate
Geneva weather and climate
Day
20 °C
Night
9 °C
Precipitation
88 mm
in month
Rainy days
14 days
in month
Daylight
15 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
70 %
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Weather overview for Geneva
Weather overview
Geneva (Switzerland) is a place with a mild climate. The day temperatures range from 4.6 °C (40.3 °F) in January to 26.4 °C (79.5 °F) in July. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in July with 14.4 °C (57.9 °F), the lowest in January with -1.4 °C (29.5 °F). The driest month is September with just 11 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is May with 14 days of rain.
January weather
The sea temperature is on its maximum, its value is 0.0 °C (32.0 °F) in Geneva, on the contrary the minimum of the day temperature is observable, its value is 4.6 °C (40.3 °F). The rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value being 83 mm (3.27 in). The minimum of the night temperature can be noticed in this month. The maximum of the humidity is observable, with its value being 82 %.
February weather
The day temperature starts to rise in Geneva, and the night temperature rise's start could be observed as well, with its value of -0.8 °C (30.6 °F). The descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, its value is 71 mm (2.81 in), while the number of rainy days starts to descent in this month. The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed in this month.
March weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 11.4 °C (52.5 °F) in Geneva, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 1.8 °C (35.2 °F). The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed, with its value being 2.6. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, the value of this measure is 4 hours.
April weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed in Geneva, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 5.1 °C (41.2 °F). The minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, with its value being 71 mm (2.80 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 5 hours.
May weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month in Geneva, and the night temperature continues to rise too, its value is 9.3 °C (48.7 °F). The tourist season slowly starts in May. The rainfall amount starts to rise, the value of this measure is 88 mm (3.47 in), while the maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, with its value of 14 days. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 6 hours.
June weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in June in Geneva. The day temperature continues to rise, with its value being 23.5 °C (74.3 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 12.3 °C (54.1 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 7 hours. The number of rainy days starts to descent, with its value being 13 days. The maximum of the day length can be noticed in June.
July weather
The tourist season continues in Geneva. The day temperature is on its maximum, with its value of 26.4 °C (79.5 °F), and the night temperature reaches its maximum too, with its value of 14.4 °C (57.9 °F). The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, while the number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 11 days. The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed in July.
August weather
The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value being 25.4 °C (77.7 °F) in Geneva, and the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed too in August. The tourist season continues in August. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 11 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent. The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed, its value is 1.9.
September weather
There is pending tourist season in Geneva. The descent of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 20.8 °C (69.4 °F), and the descent of the night temperature can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 10.6 °C (51.1 °F). The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 97 mm (3.83 in), while the minimum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value being 11 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, the value of this measure is 6 hours.
October weather
The number of rainy days starts to rise, with its value being 11 days in Geneva, while the maximum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, with its value of 100 mm (3.95 in). The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 15.3 °C (59.5 °F), and the night temperature continues to descent too, with its value of 7.0 °C (44.6 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 4 hours.
November weather
The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value of 90 mm (3.56 in) in Geneva. The day temperature continues to descent, with its value of 9.1 °C (48.4 °F), and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 2 hours.
December weather
The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed in Geneva, and the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed as well, the value of this measure is 96 mm (3.80 in). The day temperature continues to descent, with its value of 5.4 °C (41.7 °F), and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value being 0.1 °C (32.2 °F). The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value of 1 hours. The minimum of the day length is observable in this month.
FAQs
How windy is Geneva in April?
An average wind scale that can be expected in Geneva in April is 2.5. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Geneva in May?
In Geneva in May, we can expect 14 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 3.3 days of the week, or in general - 47 % days.
Is there a wet season in June in Geneva?
No, there is no wet season in June in Geneva - you can expect 13 days of rain during the month.
Is it hot in Geneva in July?
In July in Geneva, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Geneva in August?
In Geneva in August, the average daily temperatures will be 25.4 °C (77.7 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.
Are there good conditions to visit in Geneva in September?
There are good conditions for visiting in Geneva in September. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 20.8 °C (69.4 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 10.6 °C (51.1 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
Is October part of the dry season in Geneva?
No, October is not a dry month in Geneva, expect rain approximately 11 days in a month.