The best times to visit Leukerbad for ideal weather are

June 25th to September 2nd

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

 

 


Other Leukerbad Travel Info

Weather in Leukerbad

Temperature

Average temperatures in Leukerbad vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 14th 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 Leukerbad, 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 68.6°F (20.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 50.8°F (10.4°C) at night.

Leukerbad Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Leukerbad 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.

Leukerbad Perceived Temperature (F)

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Leukerbad Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Leukerbad 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 36.7 29.9 23.6
Feb 36.3 28.7 22.1
Mar 43.1 35 28.1
Apr 52.2 43.2 35.3
May 57.3 48.7 40.8
Jun 63.4 54.8 47.1
Jul 67.2 58 50.1
Aug 66.5 57.6 50
Sep 59.8 51.1 44
Oct 53.5 45.1 38.7
Nov 44.9 37.8 31.9
Dec 37.9 31.4 25

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 2.6 -1.2 -4.7
Feb 2.4 -1.8 -5.5
Mar 6.2 1.7 -2.2
Apr 11.2 6.2 1.8
May 14.1 9.3 4.9
Jun 17.4 12.7 8.4
Jul 19.6 14.4 10.1
Aug 19.2 14.2 10
Sep 15.4 10.6 6.7
Oct 11.9 7.3 3.7
Nov 7.2 3.2 -0.1
Dec 3.3 -0.3 -3.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Leukerbad are February, 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 October to early November. For example, on the week of October 29th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Leukerbad? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Leukerbad is often around around February 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 Leukerbad.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Leukerbad (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 25% 12.8 3.1
Feb 22% 17.2 2.3
Mar 24% 14.8 2.7
Apr 27% 5.7 2.9
May 38% 1.9 5.6
Jun 40% 2 5.6
Jul 39% 0 7
Aug 36% 0 5.2
Sep 23% 0.8 3.6
Oct 22% 3 3.4
Nov 24% 6.8 3.1
Dec 30% 11.6 4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 25 32.5 7.9
Feb 22 43.7 5.8
Mar 24 37.6 6.9
Apr 27 14.5 7.4
May 38 4.8 14.2
Jun 40 5.1 14.2
Jul 39 0 17.8
Aug 36 0 13.2
Sep 23 2 9.1
Oct 22 7.6 8.6
Nov 24 17.3 7.9
Dec 30 29.5 10.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Leukerbad has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (58.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (72.1%).

Wind in Leukerbad is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is May, followed by July and June. May’s average wind speed of around 3.6 knots (4.1 MPH or 6.6 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 early to mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 9.3 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 2.9 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Feb 2.9 Barely noticeable 7.1 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.4 Barely noticeable 8.2 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.3 Barely noticeable 8.4 Gentle breeze
May 3.6 Barely noticeable 8.8 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.4 Barely noticeable 8.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.5 Barely noticeable 8.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.1 Barely noticeable 8.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 2.9 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.7 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.8 Barely noticeable 6.9 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.2 Barely noticeable 7.1 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61.1%
Feb 59.3%
Mar 58.8%
Apr 59.5%
May 65.2%
Jun 69.5%
Jul 67.6%
Aug 70.4%
Sep 72.1%
Oct 68.8%
Nov 63.2%
Dec 60.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Leukerbad?

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 Leukerbad, Switzerland is June, followed by August and April. 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 Leukerbad in October. 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 53 in October means 53% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Leukerbad Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 60.2°F (15.7°C) and 39.3°F (4.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 8 to 12 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 11 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Leukerbad, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 62.7°F (17.1°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: approximately 7 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 Leukerbad to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 9 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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