Stein am Rhein, Switzerland: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Stein am Rhein, Switzerland? If you're planning to go to Stein am Rhein, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Stein am Rhein, Switzerland

Based on the climate and weather in Stein am Rhein, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Stein am Rhein, Switzerland

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Stein am Rhein, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly product.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a great kit.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Stein am Rhein, Switzerland by month

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January

January in Stein am Rhein is freezing. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

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February

February in Stein am Rhein can be extremely cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). There is frost most days.

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March

In March, Stein am Rhein is pretty cool. Temperatures routinely are in the low 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Stein am Rhein, with several of the days of the month having rain. There is frost about half of the time.

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April

April in Stein am Rhein is cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C). There is frost about a third of the time.

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May

May in Stein am Rhein is crisp. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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June

June in Stein am Rhein is mild. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

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July

If you visit Stein am Rhein during July, you will probably see that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

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August

In August, Stein am Rhein is mild. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 20s C) and occasionally jump into the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Stein am Rhein, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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September

If you visit Stein am Rhein during September, you are likely to find that it is crisp. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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October

October in Stein am Rhein can be brisk. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) to low 50s F (low 10s C).

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November

In November, Stein am Rhein is pretty cool. Temperatures routinely are in the low 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the low 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Stein am Rhein, with several of the days of the month having rain. There is frost about half of the time.

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December

December in Stein am Rhein is very cold. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C) to 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

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Activities for Stein am Rhein, Switzerland

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Stein am Rhein.

If you intend to go to the charming St. George's Abbey, it's recommended to wear modest clothing:

If you see the Lindwurm Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

Castle hopping? For Hohenklingen Castle, take:


  • Ultralight day pack

    Like this, so you can carry your stuff.

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