Our verdict
The best time to visit Geneva is June
In summer, temperatures can reach as high as 27℃ (80℉) in the middle of the day. The weather in the winter, especially around January, can reach a minimum of -10℃ (13℉).
The days are longest in Geneva in August, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. On average it rains the most days in December, making it the wettest month of the year. Although it’s the wet season, it can often rain a little bit during the day or evening but have fine weather for a majority of the day too, so don’t let this put you off.
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Geneva seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Geneva as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Geneva is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Geneva
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Geneva for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Geneva climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Geneva for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Geneva in January
- Average temperature: -0℃ (32℉)
- Average high temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average low temperature: -3℃ (26℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 57mm (2") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Geneva in February
- Average temperature: 0℃ (32℉)
- Average high temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average low temperature: -3℃ (26℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 47mm (2") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Geneva in March
- Average temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average high temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average low temperature: 0℃ (32℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 63mm (3") over 15 days
- Average snow days: 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Geneva in April
- Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 47mm (2") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Geneva in May
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 73mm (3") over 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Geneva in June
- Average temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (49℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 80mm (3") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in June, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Geneva in July
- Average temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 64mm (3") over 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in July, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Geneva in August
- Average temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 69mm (3") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in August, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Geneva in September
- Average temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 46mm (2") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
Geneva in October
- Average temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 41mm (2") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Geneva in November
- Average temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average high temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 67mm (3") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Geneva in December
- Average temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average high temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average low temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 82mm (3") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Geneva in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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