Winterthur, Switzerland: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Winterthur, Switzerland? If you're planning to go to Winterthur, I've got 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 Winterthur, Switzerland

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

Important essentials for Winterthur, Switzerland

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Hand sanitizer

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  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

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  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Travel insurance

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  • A vaccine card protector

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  • 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).

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Winterthur, Switzerland by month

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January

If you are traveling to Winterthur in January, you will notice that it is freezing. Expect it to rain or snow about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C). There is frost most days.

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February

February in Winterthur can be brisk. 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 about two thirds of the time.

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March

In March, Winterthur can be brisk. Temperatures routinely are in the high 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 Winterthur, with several of the days of the month having rain. There is frost about half of the time.

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April

If you visit Winterthur during April, you will probably notice that it is brisk. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly. There is frost regularly.

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May

May in Winterthur is chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

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June

In June, Winterthur is balmy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 20s C) and sometimes jump into the low 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Winterthur, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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July

If you visit Winterthur during July, you might notice that it is a perfect temperature. 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

If you visit Winterthur during August, you will probably notice that it is mild. 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 about half of the time.

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September

If you visit Winterthur during September, you may notice that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 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

If you vacation in Winterthur during October, you might notice that it is relatively cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. There is frost sometimes.

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November

November here is brisk. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost about half of the time. It rains or snows 5-10 days this month.

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December

December in Winterthur is brisk. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) to high 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 Winterthur, Switzerland

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Winterthur.

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