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 the coldest month in Vaduz, with highs of 5.9°C and lows of -3.6°C. Rain falls on about 16 days, and there are only 5.4 hours of sun per day. Its score of 1.4 is the joint lowest of the year because of the cold, damp and short days. It suits travellers who want quiet streets and real winter conditions.
9°C / -2°C · 14 rain days · 6.6 h sun
February is a little milder, with highs of 8.6°C and lows of -1.7°C. Rain falls on about 14 days, and sunshine rises to 6.6 hours per day. The score is still low at 2.2, because nights stay below freezing and days are short. Pack warm layers if you come for a calm winter trip.
11°C / 1°C · 15 rain days · 8.1 h sun
March brings highs of 11.4°C, but nights stay close to freezing at 0.8°C. Rain falls on about 15 days, with 8.1 hours of sun per day. The score of 3.7 reflects this cool, changeable weather. Days are getting longer, so it works for travellers who don't mind a jacket and some showers.
15°C / 4°C · 15 rain days · 9.5 h sun
April is the first month that scores 'ok', at 5.5. Highs reach 15°C and lows sit at 4.4°C. Rain still falls on about 15 days, but sunshine climbs to 9.5 hours per day. Expect a mix of mild, bright spells and wet days, so bring a rain jacket.
18°C / 9°C · 20 rain days · 9.5 h sun
May starts the good season, with a score of 7. Highs reach 18.4°C and lows 8.9°C, with 9.5 hours of sun per day. It is also the month with the most rain days, about 20, so showers are likely on many days. Plan flexible days and keep a waterproof layer with you.
23°C / 14°C · 18 rain days · 11.3 h sun
June scores a good 7, with warm highs of 23.3°C and mild lows of 13.7°C. Sunshine reaches 11.3 hours per day. Rain still falls on about 18 days, often as short showers. Long, warm days make it a solid month for walks and time outdoors.
25°C / 16°C · 19 rain days · 11.7 h sun
July is the warmest month, with highs of 24.8°C and lows of 15.6°C. It also has the most sun, at 11.7 hours per day. Rain falls on about 18 days, so expect some wet spells between sunny periods. The score is a good 7.
25°C / 15°C · 16 rain days · 10.5 h sun
August stays warm, with highs of 24.7°C and lows of 14.9°C, and 10.5 hours of sun per day. It has the highest rainfall of the year at 202 mm, spread over about 16 days. The score is a good 7, but pack for heavy showers as well as heat.
21°C / 11°C · 14 rain days · 9.1 h sun
September has the highest score of the year, 7.2. Highs are a comfortable 20.6°C and lows 10.9°C. Rain days drop to about 14, and there are still 9.1 hours of sun per day. Mild, steadier weather makes it a strong choice for outdoor plans.
17°C / 7°C · 13 rain days · 7.3 h sun
October still scores a good 6.8. Highs reach 17.3°C and lows 7.3°C. It has the fewest rain days of the year, about 13, with 7.3 hours of sun per day. Days grow shorter and cooler, so bring a warm layer for the evenings.
11°C / 2°C · 13 rain days · 5.8 h sun
November turns cold, with highs of 11.2°C and lows of 1.9°C. Rain falls on about 13 days, and sunshine drops to 5.8 hours per day. The score falls to 3.4 because of the chill and short, grey days. It suits travellers who prefer a quiet trip and don't mind the cold.
8°C / -2°C · 14 rain days · 5.1 h sun
December has highs of 7.5°C and lows of -2°C. Rain falls on about 14 days, and it has the least sun of the year, at 5.1 hours per day. Its score of 1.4 is the joint lowest, because of the cold and the dark. Come prepared for winter conditions and short daylight.
By trip type
City sightseeing
September is the best month for exploring Vaduz. Highs reach about 21°C, lows stay near 11°C and there are 9.1 hours of sun a day. May is mild at 18.4°C, but it has 20.4 rain days, the most of the year.
Hiking & nature
September and October suit hiking best. October has 13.2 rain days, the fewest of the year, and September has 14.2. Highs in Vaduz drop from about 21°C to 17.3°C, and sun falls from 9.1 to 7.3 hours a day.
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)
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FAQ
September is the best month to visit Liechtenstein, with May close behind. In Vaduz, September has highs of about 21°C, lows of 11°C and 9.1 hours of sun a day. It gets 14.2 rain days, fewer than any month from May to August. May is a little cooler at 18.4°C, but it is the rainiest month by rain days, with 20.4.
Yes, August is a good month for warm weather. Highs in Vaduz reach 24.7°C and lows stay near 15°C, with 10.5 hours of sun a day. Pack a rain jacket, though. August has the most rain of the year at 202 mm, spread over about 16 rain days, so expect some wet afternoons.
Yes, October is still a good month, especially if you prefer drier days. It has 13.2 rain days, the fewest of the year, and highs of 17.3°C. Lows drop to about 7°C, and you get 7.3 hours of sun a day, so the days feel shorter and cooler than in September.
December and January are the coldest, darkest months, which is why they score lowest on our scale. In Vaduz, January highs are 5.9°C and lows fall to -3.6°C. December has just 5.1 hours of sun a day. Both months see 14 to 16 rain days, so bring warm, waterproof layers for grey winter days.
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