The region: Locarno region
Locarno region (Ticino): the weather above is computed at the centre of the region (250 m). Below you will find the forecasts for the 23 municipalities, 2 ski resorts, 1 lakes and 1 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 Locarno region: 1991–2020 normals
In Locarno region (250 m), the mean annual temperature is 13.5 °C. The warmest month is July (22.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (4.6 °C). About 1712 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (196 mm) with a minimum in February (60 mm). The sun shines for about 2228 hours a year, mostly in July (268 h). On average there are 25 frost days and 16 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.2 °C and the absolute minimum −2.3 °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 | 4.6 °C | 15.9 °C | −2.3 °C | 63 | 133 | 9 | 0 |
| Feb | 5.9 °C | 17.2 °C | −1.9 °C | 60 | 153 | 6 | 0 |
| Mar | 9.8 °C | 22.3 °C | 0.7 °C | 88 | 202 | 1 | 0 |
| Apr | 13.1 °C | 25.2 °C | 3.8 °C | 153 | 195 | 0 | 1 |
| May | 16.9 °C | 28.1 °C | 7.9 °C | 176 | 210 | 0 | 5 |
| Jun | 20.7 °C | 31.3 °C | 11.7 °C | 173 | 238 | 0 | 16 |
| Jul | 22.9 °C | 32.2 °C | 14.1 °C | 151 | 268 | 0 | 25 |
| Aug | 22.4 °C | 32.1 °C | 13.7 °C | 196 | 249 | 0 | 24 |
| Sep | 18.2 °C | 27.7 °C | 10.0 °C | 186 | 198 | 0 | 6 |
| Oct | 13.6 °C | 23.5 °C | 5.6 °C | 194 | 152 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov | 8.6 °C | 18.1 °C | 1.3 °C | 192 | 112 | 1 | 0 |
| Dec | 5.2 °C | 15.7 °C | −1.9 °C | 81 | 118 | 7 | 0 |
| Year | 13.5 °C | 32.2 °C | −2.3 °C | 1712 | 2228 | 25 | 78 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Locarno / Monti (1 km, 367 m), Cimetta (3 km, 1661 m), Magadino / Cadenazzo (10 km, 203 m), adjusted to the elevation of Locarno region (250 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Municipalities in the region
- Muralto 1 km · 243 m
- Orselina 1 km · 681 m
- Minusio 2 km · 260 m
- Ascona 3 km · 212 m
- Brione sopra Minusio 3 km · 950 m
- Tenero-Contra 4 km · 202 m
- Losone 4 km · 378 m
- Avegno Gordevio 5 km · 1180 m
- Terre di Pedemonte 5 km · 428 m
- Mergoscia 5 km · 1167 m
- Gordola 5 km · 355 m
- Ronco sopra Ascona 7 km · 1065 m
- Maggia 7 km · 1089 m
- Lavertezzo 7 km · 292 m
- Verzasca 7 km · 1115 m
- Locarno 9 km · 1326 m
- Cugnasco-Gerra 9 km · 1320 m
- Centovalli 9 km · 347 m
- Gambarogno 9 km · 1155 m
- Monteceneri 9 km · 898 m
- Brissago 10 km · 1037 m
- Sant'Antonino 12 km · 206 m
- Mezzovico-Vira 12 km · 734 m
⛷️ Ski resorts
- Cardada-Cimetta 1340–1671 m
- Monte Tamaro 1530–1962 m
🌊 Lakes
- Lake Maggiore 193 m
⛰️ Passes and summits
- Cardada-Cimetta 1671 m
📍 Places to visit
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Locarno region
What is the weather like in Locarno region today?
The weather at the top of the page gives conditions at the centre of the region (250 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 Locarno region?
At the centre of the region (250 m) the mean annual temperature is 13.5 °C with 1712 mm of precipitation a year; the warmest month is July (22.9 °C) and the coldest January (4.6 °C). Valleys and summits differ markedly.
What is the warmest month in Locarno region?
The warmest month in Locarno region is July, averaging 22.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 4.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Locarno region per year?
Locarno region receives about 1712 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (196 mm), the driest February (60 mm).
When is the best time to visit Locarno region?
For warmth and sunshine: July (22.9 °C on average, 268 h of sun). The coldest month is January (4.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.