Lake Lugano
Lake Lugano is a Swiss lake (Ticino) at 271 m, covering 49 km² with a maximum depth of 288 m. Typical winds: brezza di lago, inverna (S), breva. Main shores and access points: Lugano, Paradiso, Melide, Morcote, Gandria, Caslano, Ponte Tresa, Capolago. The weather above is computed over the middle of the lake; the “Wind on the lake” section details hourly speed, gusts and direction — for sailing, windsurfing, paddling, fishing or swimming.
Climate of Lake Lugano: 1991–2020 normals
In Lake Lugano (271 m), the mean annual temperature is 13.0 °C. The warmest month is July (22.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (4.1 °C). About 1481 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (167 mm) with a minimum in February (58 mm). The sun shines for about 2135 hours a year, mostly in July (263 h). On average there are 24 frost days and 12 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 30.9 °C and the absolute minimum −2.5 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Sunshine (h) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4.1 °C | 14.6 °C | −2.5 °C | 61 | 124 | 9 | 0 |
| Feb | 5.2 °C | 16.0 °C | −2.0 °C | 58 | 143 | 6 | 0 |
| Mar | 8.8 °C | 21.3 °C | 0.3 °C | 73 | 193 | 1 | 0 |
| Apr | 12.2 °C | 23.3 °C | 3.6 °C | 132 | 183 | 0 | 0 |
| May | 16.3 °C | 27.0 °C | 7.7 °C | 167 | 201 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 20.3 °C | 30.2 °C | 11.4 °C | 162 | 231 | 0 | 16 |
| Jul | 22.5 °C | 30.9 °C | 13.5 °C | 146 | 263 | 0 | 25 |
| Aug | 22.0 °C | 30.7 °C | 13.4 °C | 149 | 247 | 0 | 23 |
| Sep | 17.8 °C | 26.5 °C | 9.7 °C | 152 | 194 | 0 | 6 |
| Oct | 13.4 °C | 22.5 °C | 5.4 °C | 144 | 142 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov | 8.6 °C | 17.4 °C | 1.2 °C | 160 | 106 | 1 | 0 |
| Dec | 4.9 °C | 14.7 °C | −2.2 °C | 77 | 108 | 7 | 0 |
| Year | 13.0 °C | 30.9 °C | −2.5 °C | 1481 | 2135 | 24 | 75 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Lugano (3 km, 273 m), Monte Generoso (7 km, 1600 m), Stabio (15 km, 351 m), adjusted to the elevation of Lake Lugano (271 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Swiss lakes
- Weather Lake Maggiore (22 km · 193 m)
- Weather Lake Sils (76 km · 1797 m)
- Weather Lake Silvaplana (82 km · 1791 m)
- Weather Lake St. Moritz (88 km · 1768 m)
- Weather Lake Poschiavo (92 km · 962 m)
- Weather Lake Cauma (97 km · 997 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Paradiso (2 km)
- Weather Lugano (2 km)
- Weather Melide (3 km)
- Weather Arogno (3 km)
- Weather Bissone (3 km)
- Weather Collina d'Oro (3 km)
- Weather Sorengo (4 km)
- Weather Grancia (4 km)
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Lake Lugano
What is the wind like on Lake Lugano today?
The “Wind on the lake” section shows hourly average wind speed, gusts and direction for the next 24 hours, computed over the lake (271 m).
Can you swim in Lake Lugano?
In summer (June to September) lowland lakes usually reach 18–24 °C at the surface; there are many public beaches and lidos. Check the air temperature, sunshine and UV index above to pick your slot.
What are the typical winds on Lake Lugano?
Characteristic winds: brezza di lago, inverna (S), breva. Storm warnings on Swiss lakes are signalled by flashing lights (40 flashes/min = caution, 90 = storm).
What is the warmest month in Lake Lugano?
The warmest month in Lake Lugano is July, averaging 22.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 4.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Lake Lugano per year?
Lake Lugano receives about 1481 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (167 mm), the driest February (58 mm).
When is the best time to visit Lake Lugano?
For warmth and sunshine: July (22.5 °C on average, 263 h of sun). The coldest month is January (4.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.