The Local Switzerland

11 sure-fire ways you know it’s spring in Switzerland

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 12:26:57 +0100

From cleaning frenzies to leaping cows, here's how you know winter is definitively over in Switzerland.

18 degrees and sunshine: Warm weather predicted for Switzerland this weekend

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 10:57:35 +0100

After months of snow and frosty temperatures, things are set to get a fair bit warmer this weekend before trending cold and rainy again on Monday.

Switzerland's 'mini spring' set to continue all week

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 10:18:05 +0100

Switzerland's spell of mild weather is set to continue until the end of the month although forecasters warn snow could always make a comeback in March.

Switzerland to enjoy spring-like temperatures this weekend

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 19:27:16 +0100

Temperatures in Switzerland could reach a spring-like 15C over the weekend as a high pressure system dominates weather across the country.

Finally: Switzerland set for spring temperatures this week

Tue, 03 Apr 2018 11:27:10 +0200

Maximums are expected to hit the magic 20C-mark on Tuesday in some places with Föhn winds dominating weather patterns.

Ten spectacular spring getaways in Switzerland

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 13:46:43 +0100

After a long, cold winter, Switzerland is starting to wake up from its winter sleep. Here are some ideas for trips to welcome in the warmer months.

Swiss spring was third hottest on record

Wed, 31 May 2017 12:30:27 +0200

Switzerland has experienced its third warmest spring since records began in 1864, meteorologists have said.

Snow and frost put Swiss spring on hold

Thu, 20 Apr 2017 11:32:03 +0200

Winter is experiencing a comeback in Switzerland where temperatures plunged as low as -5 overnight.

IN PICS: Ten stunning images of Switzerland in spring

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 12:21:50 +0200

It may be changeable weather at this time of year, but as the sun's rays get stronger and the snow recedes, Switzerland blooms with spring flowers.

Five unmissable on-piste music festivals in Switzerland this spring

Mon, 13 Mar 2017 11:37:08 +0100

Spring skiing in Switzerland means sunny days, blue skies and slopeside music festivals. Put these in your diary.

Swiss farmer's cows leap for joy of spring

Tue, 05 Apr 2016 14:42:54 +0200

A video showing the delight of Swiss cows at being let out into the pasture after a long winter has struck a chord around the world, attracting 1.2 million views since it was posted on Facebook last week.

How to bake a traditional Swiss Easter cake

Mon, 21 Mar 2016 15:59:20 +0100

As it's now officially spring as of Sunday, American expat food blogger Heddi Nieuwsma shares the secret behind a traditional treat to get you in the seasonal spirit.

Cool weather to make Easter comeback

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 14:02:16 +0200

The fabulous weather of recent weeks will not last over Easter, say weather forecasters.

Fire warnings issued across Switzerland

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 13:53:00 +0200

Fire warnings have been issued across Switzerland as the country's record-breaking drought has continued.

Switzerland basks in summer weather

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 11:51:00 +0200

Temperatures over the weekend rose to record-highs for the season.