Weather by month for Vaduz, the best months to go and how Liechtenstein's regions differ, scored from 10 years of climate data.
May, Sep
The highest month scores: comfortable temperatures, little rain and plenty of sun.
Highs 18°C to 21°C · 14–20 rain days
Jun, Jul, Aug, Oct
Still good weather, just not quite the top months.
Highs 17°C to 25°C · 13–19 rain days
Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
The weakest weather of the year: too hot, too cold or too wet.
Highs 6°C to 11°C · 13–16 rain days
Weather by month
Average highs and lows, rain days, sunshine and our month score out of 10.
| Month | High / low | Rain days | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / -4°C | 16 days (154 mm) | 5.4 h/day | 1.4/10 |
| February | 9°C / -2°C | 14 days (112 mm) | 6.6 h/day | 2.2/10 |
| March | 11°C / 1°C | 15 days (129 mm) | 8.1 h/day | 3.7/10 |
| April | 15°C / 4°C | 15 days (149 mm) | 9.5 h/day | 5.5/10 |
| Best month: May | 18°C / 9°C | 20 days (194 mm) | 9.5 h/day | 7.0/10 |
| June | 23°C / 14°C | 18 days (172 mm) | 11.3 h/day | 7.0/10 |
| July | 25°C / 16°C | 19 days (177 mm) | 11.7 h/day | 7.0/10 |
| August | 25°C / 15°C | 16 days (202 mm) | 10.5 h/day | 7.0/10 |
| Best month: September | 21°C / 11°C | 14 days (144 mm) | 9.1 h/day | 7.2/10 |
| October | 17°C / 7°C | 13 days (128 mm) | 7.3 h/day | 6.8/10 |
| November | 11°C / 2°C | 13 days (122 mm) | 5.8 h/day | 3.4/10 |
| December | 8°C / -2°C | 14 days (140 mm) | 5.1 h/day | 1.4/10 |
Figures for Vaduz; the country's best months are weighted across its cities. Best months are highlighted. How we score months
Month by month
6°C / -4°C · 16 rain days · 5.4 h sun
January is cold, with highs near 6°C and lows down to -3.6°C. Rain or snow falls on about 16 days, so skies stay grey much of the time. The score here is low and the verdict is avoid, mainly for sightseeing; it works better if you want snow for winter sports. New Year's Day, St. Berchtold's Day and Epiphany all fall this month.
9°C / -2°C · 14 rain days · 6.6 h sun
February warms up a little, with highs around 8.6°C and lows still below freezing at -1.7°C. Rain days drop to about 14, and sun hours rise slightly to 6.6. The verdict is still avoid for general travel, though cold-weather activities still suit this period. Candlemas and Shrove Tuesday both fall in February.
11°C / 1°C · 15 rain days · 8.1 h sun
March brings highs of 11.4°C but nights can still dip to 0.8°C. Rain is frequent, with about 15 days of it, and sun hours reach 8.1. The score stays low and the verdict is avoid, since the weather is still unsettled between winter and spring. Saint Joseph's Day falls on 19 March.
15°C / 4°C · 15 rain days · 9.5 h sun
April highs reach 15°C and lows climb above freezing to 4.4°C. It's one of the wetter months with around 15 rain days, though sun hours rise to 9.5. The verdict moves to ok, a reasonable shoulder month before the busier summer season. Good Friday and Easter Monday both fall this month.
18°C / 9°C · 20 rain days · 9.5 h sun
May is the wettest month of the year, with about 20 rain days and 194mm of rain, but highs reach a comfortable 18.4°C. Sun hours hold at 9.5. Despite the rain, the score rises to a good verdict, as warmer days outweigh the showers. Labour Day, Ascension Day, Pentecost and Whit Monday all fall in May.
23°C / 14°C · 18 rain days · 11.3 h sun
June brings real warmth, with highs of 23.3°C and lows of 13.7°C. Rain days ease slightly to about 17.6, with 172mm falling, and sun hours jump to 11.3. The verdict is good, making June a solid choice for outdoor plans. Corpus Christi falls on 4 June.
25°C / 16°C · 19 rain days · 11.7 h sun
July is the hottest month, with highs of 24.8°C and lows of 15.6°C. Rain still falls on about 18.5 days, bringing 177mm total, but sun hours peak at 11.7. The verdict stays good, so warm, long days make up for the occasional shower.
25°C / 15°C · 16 rain days · 10.5 h sun
August stays hot, with highs of 24.7°C and lows of 14.9°C, though it's the wettest month by volume at 202mm, spread over about 16 rain days. Sun hours remain strong at 10.5. The verdict is good. Liechtenstein's National Holiday falls on 15 August.
21°C / 11°C · 14 rain days · 9.1 h sun
September cools slightly to a high of 20.6°C and a low of 10.9°C, with rain days dropping to about 14.2. Sun hours sit at 9.1, and this month scores the highest of the year with a good verdict, making it a strong pick for comfortable weather. Nativity of Our Lady falls on 8 September.
17°C / 7°C · 13 rain days · 7.3 h sun
October highs fall to 17.3°C and lows to 7.3°C, with rain days down to about 13.2, among the driest counts of the year. Sun hours drop to 7.3 as days shorten. The verdict stays good, so October still works well before the colder months set in.
11°C / 2°C · 13 rain days · 5.8 h sun
November turns cold again, with highs of 11.2°C and lows near 1.9°C. Rain or snow falls on about 13.4 days, and sun hours drop to 5.8. The verdict shifts to avoid as grey, damp conditions take over. All Saints Day falls on 1 November.
8°C / -2°C · 14 rain days · 5.1 h sun
December highs sit at 7.5°C with lows down to -2°C, and rain or snow falls on about 14.3 days with just 5.1 sun hours. The score is the lowest of the year, with an avoid verdict for general travel, though the season suits those wanting snow and festive markets. Immaculate Conception, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, St. Stephen's Day and New Year's Eve all fall this month.
By trip type
City sightseeing
May and September are good for city time in Vaduz. May highs reach 18.4°C and September highs 20.6°C, both with fewer extreme temperatures than midsummer and reasonable sun, 9.1 to 9.5 hours a day.
Hiking & nature
September and October suit hiking best. September has highs of 20.6°C with only 14.2 rain days, and October cools to 17.3°C with just 13.2 rain days and 7.3 sun hours, giving drier trails than summer.
Events calendar
Public holidays: New Year's Day (1 Jan), St. Berchtold's Day (2 Jan), Epiphany (6 Jan)
Public holidays: Candlemas (2 Feb), Shrove Tuesday (17 Feb)
Public holidays: Saint Joseph's Day (19 Mar)
Public holidays: Good Friday (3 Apr), Easter Monday (6 Apr)
Public holidays: Labour Day (1 May), Ascension Day (14 May), Pentecost (24 May), Whit Monday (25 May)
Public holidays: Corpus Christi (4 Jun)
Public holidays: National Holiday (15 Aug)
Public holidays: Nativity of Our Lady (8 Sep)
Public holidays: All Saints Day (1 Nov)
Public holidays: Immaculate Conception (8 Dec), Christmas Eve (24 Dec), Christmas Day (25 Dec), St. Stephen's Day (26 Dec), New Year's Eve (31 Dec)
Keep planning
FAQ
Yes, August is one of the best months, with a score of 7 out of 10. Days reach a high of 24.7°C and there are 10.5 hours of sun on average. It's also the wettest month by volume, with 202mm of rain over 16.3 days, so pack a light rain jacket even on warm days.
Yes, September is the top-rated month, scoring 7.2 out of 10. Highs average 20.6°C with lows near 10.9°C, giving comfortable walking weather. Rain falls on 14.2 days but totals a moderate 144mm, and sun hours sit at 9.1, making it a reliable shoulder-season choice.
Yes, May scores 7 out of 10 and is listed among the best months. Highs reach 18.4°C, but it's the rainiest month for rain days, with 20.4 days of rain and 194mm total. Sun hours average 9.5, so expect a mix of bright spells and showers.
No, January scores just 1.4 out of 10, the lowest of the year. Highs average only 5.9°C and lows drop to -3.6°C, with 16.2 rain (or snow) days and just 5.4 hours of sun. It suits travellers wanting cold, quiet winter conditions rather than sightseeing weather.
Enter to search · Esc to close