The region: Appenzell region
Appenzell region (Appenzell Inner Rhodes, Appenzell Outer Rhodes): the weather above is computed at the centre of the region (900 m). Below you will find the forecasts for the 22 municipalities, 2 ski resorts, 0 lakes and 3 passes or summits within 12 km — the terrain makes the weather vary a lot from one valley to the next: use the page of the exact place.
Climate of Appenzell region: 1991–2020 normals
In Appenzell region (900 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.0 °C. The warmest month is August (16.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.7 °C). About 1562 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (170 mm) with a minimum in February (100 mm). The sun shines for about 1589 hours a year, mostly in July (222 h). On average there are 88 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.0 °C and the absolute minimum −9.8 °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 | 0.7 °C | 11.5 °C | −9.8 °C | 117 | 56 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.7 °C | 12.1 °C | −9.8 °C | 100 | 79 | 18 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.4 °C | 14.5 °C | −7.1 °C | 121 | 130 | 12 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.7 °C | 17.6 °C | −3.7 °C | 103 | 165 | 5 | 0 |
| May | 10.7 °C | 22.0 °C | 1.2 °C | 143 | 182 | 0 | 1 |
| Jun | 14.2 °C | 25.7 °C | 5.0 °C | 156 | 196 | 0 | 5 |
| Jul | 16.1 °C | 27.0 °C | 7.6 °C | 169 | 222 | 0 | 8 |
| Aug | 16.2 °C | 26.6 °C | 7.1 °C | 170 | 204 | 0 | 7 |
| Sep | 12.4 °C | 22.6 °C | 3.5 °C | 131 | 150 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 9.1 °C | 19.7 °C | −0.7 °C | 110 | 100 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.5 °C | 15.8 °C | −5.3 °C | 108 | 58 | 10 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.6 °C | 12.3 °C | −8.7 °C | 135 | 47 | 20 | 0 |
| Year | 8.0 °C | 27.0 °C | −9.8 °C | 1562 | 1589 | 88 | 22 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Säntis (10 km, 2501 m), St. Gallen (11 km, 776 m), Altenrhein (21 km, 398 m), adjusted to the elevation of Appenzell region (900 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Municipalities in the region
- Appenzell 1 km · 838 m
- Gonten 2 km · 918 m
- Schlatt-Haslen 2 km · 772 m
- Schwende-Rüte 2 km · 1130 m
- Hundwil 5 km · 900 m
- Bühler 8 km · 974 m
- Altstätten 8 km · 1733 m
- Gais 8 km · 1036 m
- Teufen (AR) 9 km · 738 m
- Stein (AR) 10 km · 609 m
- Urnäsch 10 km · 833 m
- Herisau 10 km · 793 m
- Trogen 10 km · 924 m
- Eichberg 10 km · 533 m
- Waldstatt 10 km · 807 m
- Wildhaus-Alt St. Johann 11 km · 1995 m
- St. Gallen 11 km · 732 m
- Nesslau 11 km · 1159 m
- Speicher 11 km · 929 m
- Wald (AR) 11 km · 889 m
- Rüthi (SG) 11 km · 451 m
- Gossau (SG) 12 km · 660 m
⛷️ Ski resorts
- Ebenalp / Kronberg 870–1640 m
- Säntis / Schwägalp 1350–2502 m
⛰️ Passes and summits
- Kronberg 1663 m
- Hoher Kasten 1795 m
- Säntis 2502 m
📍 Places to visit
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Appenzell region
What is the weather like in Appenzell region today?
The weather at the top of the page gives conditions at the centre of the region (900 m); for a specific town pick it in the “Municipalities in the region” list — each page has its own hourly and 15-day forecast.
What is the climate of Appenzell region?
At the centre of the region (900 m) the mean annual temperature is 8.0 °C with 1562 mm of precipitation a year; the warmest month is August (16.2 °C) and the coldest January (0.7 °C). Valleys and summits differ markedly.
What is the warmest month in Appenzell region?
The warmest month in Appenzell region is August, averaging 16.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Appenzell region per year?
Appenzell region receives about 1562 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (170 mm), the driest February (100 mm).
When is the best time to visit Appenzell region?
For warmth and sunshine: August (16.2 °C on average, 204 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.