The best times to visit Fiesch for ideal weather are

June 25th 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 Fiesch Travel Info

Weather in Fiesch

Temperature

Average temperatures in Fiesch vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 21st 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 Fiesch, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 73.9°F (23.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 53.3°F (11.8°C) at night.

Fiesch Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Fiesch 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.

Fiesch Perceived Temperature (F)

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Fiesch Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Fiesch 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 32.9 27.5 22.3
Feb 34.7 28.4 23.3
Mar 44.4 36 29.7
Apr 51.7 42.5 34.6
May 56.1 47 38.7
Jun 66.3 55.8 46.2
Jul 69.7 59.5 50.4
Aug 65.9 56.6 48.9
Sep 59.7 50.5 43.5
Oct 53.7 45.2 39.4
Nov 45.3 38.8 34.3
Dec 38.9 33.6 29.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.5 -2.5 -5.4
Feb 1.5 -2 -4.8
Mar 6.9 2.2 -1.3
Apr 10.9 5.8 1.4
May 13.4 8.3 3.7
Jun 19.1 13.2 7.9
Jul 20.9 15.3 10.2
Aug 18.8 13.7 9.4
Sep 15.4 10.3 6.4
Oct 12.1 7.3 4.1
Nov 7.4 3.8 1.3
Dec 3.8 0.9 -1.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Fiesch are December, October, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late May to early June. For example, on the week of May 28th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January and early February with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of January 29th.

When can you find snow in Fiesch? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Fiesch is often around around March 12th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Fiesch.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Fiesch (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 31% 7.3 3.5
Feb 30% 24.7 3.6
Mar 27% 23.6 5.6
Apr 20% 10.6 2.9
May 23% 5.3 5.1
Jun 27% 0 3.4
Jul 27% 0 5
Aug 27% 0 5
Sep 18% 0 2.8
Oct 18% 0.4 3.3
Nov 27% 6.2 9.6
Dec 6% 2.8 0.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 31 18.5 8.9
Feb 30 62.7 9.1
Mar 27 59.9 14.2
Apr 20 26.9 7.4
May 23 13.5 13
Jun 27 0 8.6
Jul 27 0 12.7
Aug 27 0 12.7
Sep 18 0 7.1
Oct 18 1 8.4
Nov 27 15.7 24.4
Dec 6 7.1 2.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Fiesch has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is April (49% relative humidity), and the most humid month is October (66.7%).

Wind in Fiesch is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by April and July. May’s average wind speed of around 5.3 knots (6.1 MPH or 9.9 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 12.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.6 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.6 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.6 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.1 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
May 5.3 Light breeze 12 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.7 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.7 Light breeze 11 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.4 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.6 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.3 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.8 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.8 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 65.4%
Feb 64.6%
Mar 52.6%
Apr 49%
May 57.1%
Jun 55.1%
Jul 59.7%
Aug 64.4%
Sep 64.8%
Oct 66.7%
Nov 66.6%
Dec 59.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Fiesch?

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 Fiesch, 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 Fiesch 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 slightly 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 Fiesch Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 33.8°F (1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 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 about 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Fiesch, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 61.6°F (16.4°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 8 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 Fiesch to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 2 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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