Geneva & Lake Geneva
A fountain shooting water a hundred and forty metres into the air off the edge of the lake, vineyard terraces along the shore tended the same way since medieval monks planted them, and Mont Blanc visible on the clear days as a reminder of where the money in this city likes to ski.
The best time to visit Geneva & Lake Geneva is May–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 26°C (79°F). Local time there is 13:23 (UTC+2).
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The year at a glance
May · high 18°C · rain 102mm · 15.0h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C41°F | 85mm3.3in | 9.0h9.0h | |
| February | 9°C48°F | 67mm2.6in | 10.3h10.3h | |
| March | 12°C53°F | 86mm3.4in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| April | 15°C59°F | 76mm3.0in | 13.5h13.5h | |
| May | 18°C65°F | 102mm4.0in | 15.0h15.0h | in the recommended window |
| June | 24°C76°F | 95mm3.7in | 15.8h15.8h | in the recommended window |
| July | 27°C80°F | 88mm3.5in | 15.4h15.4h | in the recommended window |
| August | 26°C80°F | 72mm2.8in | 14.1h14.1h | in the recommended window |
| September | 22°C72°F | 76mm3.0in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| October | 17°C62°F | 133mm5.2in | 10.8h10.8h | |
| November | 10°C49°F | 124mm4.9in | 9.3h9.3h | |
| December | 7°C44°F | 167mm6.6in | 8.6h8.6h |
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When is the best time to visit Geneva & Lake Geneva?
The best time to visit Geneva & Lake Geneva is May–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 26°C (79°F).
How warm does Geneva & Lake Geneva get?
Typical daytime highs in Geneva & Lake Geneva are Mar–May 15°C (59°F), Jun–Aug 26°C (79°F), Sep–Nov 16°C (61°F), Dec–Feb 7°C (44°F).
Is Geneva & Lake Geneva expensive?
On the ground, Geneva & Lake Geneva is steep.
What sort of trip is Geneva & Lake Geneva good for?
Geneva & Lake Geneva is good for relaxing holidays, food and drink, history and culture, nature and scenery.
How rainy is Geneva & Lake Geneva?
The wettest month in Geneva & Lake Geneva is December at 167mm (6.6in), the driest February at 67mm (2.6in), with a monthly average of 98mm (3.8in).
What plug do I need for Geneva & Lake Geneva?
Geneva & Lake Geneva uses type C, J sockets at 230 V.
