Lugano weather and climate
Lugano weather and climate
Day
19 °C
Night
10 °C
Precipitation
177 mm
in month
Rainy days
14 days
in month
Daylight
15 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
75 %
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Weather overview for Lugano
Weather overview
Lugano (Switzerland) in general has a mild climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 5.1 °C (41.2 °F) in January to 25.5 °C (77.9 °F) in July. The driest month is February with just 8 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is May with 14 days of rain. Temperatures during the night go from -1.3 °C (29.7 °F) in January to 16.0 °C (60.8 °F) in July.
January weather
The sea temperature reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 0.0 °C (32.0 °F) in Lugano, on the contrary the day temperature is on its minimum, with its value being 5.1 °C (41.2 °F). The night temperature reaches its minimum, with its value being -1.3 °C (29.7 °F). The descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, its value is 67 mm (2.65 in).
February weather
The day temperature starts to rise, its value is 6.3 °C (43.3 °F) in Lugano, and the night temperature rise's start could be observed too, the value of this measure is -0.6 °C (30.9 °F). The minimum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value of 8 days, and the rainfall amount is on its minimum as well, the value of this measure is 53 mm (2.09 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, with its value of 4 hours.
March weather
The number of rainy days starts to rise, with its value being 8 days in Lugano, and the rainfall amount starts to rise too in this month. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 11.1 °C (52.0 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 2.6 °C (36.7 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 5 hours. The minimum of the humidity can be noticed in this month.
April weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 14.4 °C (57.9 °F) in Lugano, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, its value is 5.7 °C (42.3 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 12 days, and the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month too, its value is 136 mm (5.36 in). The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed, the value of this measure is 1.9. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 5 hours.
May weather
The tourist season slowly starts in Lugano. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 10.4 °C (50.7 °F). The rainfall amount is on its maximum, with its value being 177 mm (6.98 in), and the maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed as well, the value of this measure is 14 days.
June weather
The tourist season continues this month in Lugano. The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 22.7 °C (72.9 °F), and the night temperature continues to rise as well, with its value being 13.6 °C (56.5 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value of 13 days, and the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed as well, with its value of 153 mm (6.03 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise in June.
July weather
The day temperature reaches its maximum, its value is 25.5 °C (77.9 °F) in Lugano, and the maximum of the night temperature can be noticed as well, with its value of 16.0 °C (60.8 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 12 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, with its value being 135 mm (5.31 in). The tourist season is taking place. The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, the value of this measure is 8 hours.
August weather
The tourist season is taking place in Lugano. The day temperature starts to descent, its value is 24.6 °C (76.3 °F). The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed in this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, with its value being 7 hours.
September weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Lugano. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed in this month. The descent of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 20.2 °C (68.4 °F), while the night temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value being 12.4 °C (54.3 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value of 6 hours.
October weather
The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value of 140 mm (5.51 in) in Lugano. The day temperature continues to descent, with its value of 15.4 °C (59.7 °F), and the descent of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 8.4 °C (47.1 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 5 hours. The wind speed is on its minimum, with its value being 1.2. The maximum of the humidity is observable, with its value of 78 %.
November weather
The number of rainy days starts to rise, its value is 10 days in Lugano, while the rainfall amount continues to descent, the value of this measure is 115 mm (4.53 in). The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 9.6 °C (49.3 °F), and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, its value is 2.8 °C (37.0 °F). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 3 hours.
December weather
The number of rainy days starts to descent, with its value of 8 days in Lugano, while the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value of 74 mm (2.93 in). The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 5.8 °C (42.4 °F), and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value being -0.5 °C (31.1 °F). The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, with its value being 3 hours. The day length is on its minimum, its value is 8 hours.
FAQs
Is there a dry season in Lugano in March?
No, March is not a dry month in Lugano, expect rain approximately 8 days in a month.
What is the night temperature in May in Lugano?
The average night temperature in Lugano in May is 10.4 °C (50.7 °F). Nights can be cooler, morning running can be refreshing but choose appropriate clothing, evening outdoor sitting can be pleasant but you can also be cold.
What is the average number of rainy days in June in Lugano?
In June in Lugano, we can expect 13 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 3.0 days of the week, or in general - 43 % days.
Is July a good month to visit Lugano?
In Lugano in July, there are ideal conditions for a vacation. The temperature during the day will be nice 25.5 °C (77.9 °F). The temperature of 16.0 °C (60.8 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Lugano in August?
In August in Lugano, the average daily temperatures will be 24.6 °C (76.3 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
Is September part of the wet season in Lugano?
No, there is no wet season in Lugano in September - you can expect 10 days of rain during the month.
How many hours of sun to expect in Lugano in October?
There is an average length of sunshine of 5 hours per day in October in Lugano.