Ascona
Ascona (historic village) sits at 200 m (Ticino), near Locarno, lac Majeur, Monte Verità. The weather above is computed for the site itself: hourly forecast to pick the best visiting slot (rain, sun, UV), golden hours for photography, 15-day forecast for planning and the 1991–2020 climate for the best season.
Climate of Ascona: 1991–2020 normals
In Ascona (200 m), the mean annual temperature is 13.7 °C. The warmest month is July (23.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (5.0 °C). About 1635 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (187 mm) with a minimum in February (56 mm). The sun shines for about 2227 hours a year, mostly in July (268 h). On average there are 27 frost days and 16 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.3 °C and the absolute minimum −2.2 °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 | −2.2 °C | 60 | 133 | 10 | 0 |
| Feb | 6.2 °C | 17.4 °C | −1.8 °C | 56 | 153 | 7 | 0 |
| Mar | 10.0 °C | 22.3 °C | 0.8 °C | 83 | 202 | 1 | 0 |
| Apr | 13.2 °C | 25.2 °C | 4.0 °C | 145 | 195 | 0 | 1 |
| May | 17.0 °C | 28.2 °C | 8.1 °C | 169 | 210 | 0 | 5 |
| Jun | 20.9 °C | 31.4 °C | 11.9 °C | 166 | 238 | 0 | 16 |
| Jul | 23.0 °C | 32.3 °C | 14.3 °C | 144 | 268 | 0 | 25 |
| Aug | 22.6 °C | 32.1 °C | 14.0 °C | 187 | 249 | 0 | 24 |
| Sep | 18.4 °C | 27.8 °C | 10.2 °C | 179 | 198 | 0 | 6 |
| Oct | 13.8 °C | 23.8 °C | 5.8 °C | 186 | 151 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov | 9.0 °C | 18.5 °C | 1.5 °C | 182 | 112 | 2 | 0 |
| Dec | 5.6 °C | 16.1 °C | −1.7 °C | 77 | 118 | 7 | 0 |
| Year | 13.7 °C | 32.3 °C | −2.2 °C | 1635 | 2227 | 27 | 79 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Locarno / Monti (2 km, 367 m), Cimetta (5 km, 1661 m), Magadino / Cadenazzo (13 km, 203 m), adjusted to the elevation of Ascona (200 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Nearby municipalities
- Weather Ascona (0 km)
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Sights & landmarks Weather Ascona
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Ascona
When is the best time to visit Ascona?
Pick a rain-free slot in the hourly forecast; for photos, aim for the golden hours (sunrise/sunset) shown above. The sunniest month is July and the warmest July (23.0 °C).
What will the weather be like at Ascona tomorrow?
The “15-Day Forecast” section and the “7-day forecast” block give tomorrow's weather at Ascona: min/max temperature, precipitation, wind. Updated hourly.
Where is Ascona?
Ascona is at 200 m, Ticino, near Locarno, lac Majeur, Monte Verità. See the nearby municipalities below for the weather around it.
What is the warmest month in Ascona?
The warmest month in Ascona is July, averaging 23.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 5.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Ascona per year?
Ascona receives about 1635 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (187 mm), the driest February (56 mm).
When is the best time to visit Ascona?
For warmth and sunshine: July (23.0 °C on average, 268 h of sun). The coldest month is January (5.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.