The best times to visit Amden for ideal weather are

June 4th to September 9th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Amden Travel Info

Weather in Amden

Temperature

Average temperatures in Amden vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 20th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Amden, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early July where highs are regularly around 75.1°F (23.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 53.1°F (11.7°C) at night.

Amden Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Amden Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Amden Perceived Temperature (F)

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Amden Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Amden Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 38 31.7 25.7
Feb 36.7 28.6 21
Mar 49.7 38.2 29.1
Apr 57.9 46.9 35.7
May 63.5 53.1 42.6
Jun 70.3 60 49.6
Jul 73.4 62.9 52.6
Aug 73.7 62.6 52.4
Sep 65.5 54.9 45.7
Oct 57.4 47.9 39.9
Nov 48.1 39.2 31.9
Dec 41.1 33 26.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 3.3 -0.2 -3.5
Feb 2.6 -1.9 -6.1
Mar 9.8 3.4 -1.6
Apr 14.4 8.3 2.1
May 17.5 11.7 5.9
Jun 21.3 15.6 9.8
Jul 23 17.2 11.4
Aug 23.2 17 11.3
Sep 18.6 12.7 7.6
Oct 14.1 8.8 4.4
Nov 8.9 4 -0.1
Dec 5.1 0.6 -3.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Amden are March, November, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early September. For example, on the week of September 3rd there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Amden? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Amden.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Amden (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 33% 0 4.9
Feb 27% 0 2.9
Mar 22% 0 2.4
Apr 25% 0 3.4
May 43% 0 7.2
Jun 44% 0 8.3
Jul 36% 0 6.1
Aug 32% 0 5.2
Sep 31% 0 5.9
Oct 30% 0 4.8
Nov 23% 0 4.4
Dec 37% 0 5.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 33 0 12.4
Feb 27 0 7.4
Mar 22 0 6.1
Apr 25 0 8.6
May 43 0 18.3
Jun 44 0 21.1
Jul 36 0 15.5
Aug 32 0 13.2
Sep 31 0 15
Oct 30 0 12.2
Nov 23 0 11.2
Dec 37 0 15

 

Humidity and Wind

Amden has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (69.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (89.8%).

Wind in Amden is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and June. April’s average wind speed of around 2.5 knots (2.9 MPH or 4.7 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late April where average top sustained speeds reach 7.8 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Amden.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2 Barely noticeable 5.6 Light breeze
Feb 2 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
Mar 2.2 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Apr 2.5 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
May 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Jun 2.3 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
Jul 2.1 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze
Aug 1.9 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
Sep 1.8 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
Oct 1.8 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Nov 1.7 Barely noticeable 5.4 Light breeze
Dec 1.7 Barely noticeable 5 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 89.7%
Feb 84.6%
Mar 77.9%
Apr 69.5%
May 69.3%
Jun 71.3%
Jul 72%
Aug 74.6%
Sep 81.7%
Oct 86%
Nov 88.7%
Dec 89.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Amden?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Switzerland; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Amden, Switzerland is May, followed by January and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Amden in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 60.3 in November means 60.3% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Amden Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 41.6°F (5.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 13 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 10 to 13 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Amden, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 69.2°F (20.7°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 7 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Amden to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 42.7°F (5.9°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 8 to 11 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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