Lake Maggiore
Lake Maggiore is a Swiss lake (Ticino) at 193 m, covering 212 km² with a maximum depth of 372 m. Typical winds: inverna (S, après-midi), tramontana (N, matin), breva. Main shores and access points: Locarno, Ascona, Brissago, Tenero, Minusio, Magadino, Vira Gambarogno. 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 Maggiore: 1991–2020 normals
In Lake Maggiore (193 m), the mean annual temperature is 13.6 °C. The warmest month is July (22.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (5.0 °C). About 1574 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (180 mm) with a minimum in February (54 mm). The sun shines for about 2216 hours a year, mostly in July (268 h). On average there are 33 frost days and 16 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.0 °C and the absolute minimum −2.6 °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 | 5.0 °C | 16.1 °C | −2.6 °C | 57 | 132 | 11 | 0 |
| Feb | 6.1 °C | 17.4 °C | −2.1 °C | 54 | 152 | 8 | 0 |
| Mar | 9.8 °C | 22.0 °C | 0.4 °C | 79 | 201 | 2 | 0 |
| Apr | 13.0 °C | 24.9 °C | 3.6 °C | 139 | 194 | 0 | 1 |
| May | 16.9 °C | 28.1 °C | 7.8 °C | 164 | 209 | 0 | 6 |
| Jun | 20.8 °C | 31.2 °C | 11.7 °C | 160 | 237 | 0 | 17 |
| Jul | 22.9 °C | 32.0 °C | 14.0 °C | 139 | 268 | 0 | 25 |
| Aug | 22.4 °C | 31.9 °C | 13.7 °C | 180 | 249 | 0 | 24 |
| Sep | 18.3 °C | 27.7 °C | 9.9 °C | 173 | 197 | 0 | 6 |
| Oct | 13.8 °C | 23.8 °C | 5.5 °C | 180 | 150 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov | 9.0 °C | 18.6 °C | 1.2 °C | 175 | 111 | 2 | 0 |
| Dec | 5.6 °C | 16.2 °C | −2.1 °C | 74 | 116 | 9 | 0 |
| Year | 13.6 °C | 32.0 °C | −2.6 °C | 1574 | 2216 | 33 | 80 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Locarno / Monti (5 km, 367 m), Cimetta (8 km, 1661 m), Magadino / Cadenazzo (12 km, 203 m), adjusted to the elevation of Lake Maggiore (193 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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- Weather Lake Cauma (86 km · 997 m)
- Weather Lake Lungern (87 km · 689 m)
- Weather Lake Oeschinen (91 km · 1578 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Ascona (3 km)
- Weather Ronco sopra Ascona (4 km)
- Weather Muralto (5 km)
- Weather Losone (5 km)
- Weather Orselina (5 km)
- Weather Gambarogno (6 km)
- Weather Minusio (7 km)
- Weather Terre di Pedemonte (7 km)
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Lake Maggiore
What is the wind like on Lake Maggiore today?
The “Wind on the lake” section shows hourly average wind speed, gusts and direction for the next 24 hours, computed over the lake (193 m).
Can you swim in Lake Maggiore?
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 Maggiore?
Characteristic winds: inverna (S, après-midi), tramontana (N, matin), breva. Storm warnings on Swiss lakes are signalled by flashing lights (40 flashes/min = caution, 90 = storm).
What is the warmest month in Lake Maggiore?
The warmest month in Lake Maggiore is July, averaging 22.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 5.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Lake Maggiore per year?
Lake Maggiore receives about 1574 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (180 mm), the driest February (54 mm).
When is the best time to visit Lake Maggiore?
For warmth and sunshine: July (22.9 °C on average, 268 h of sun). The coldest month is January (5.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.