Switzerland's Weather: Week of Rain, Snow, and Weekend Divide
Switzerland's weather this week is set to be dominated by a low pressure system over the British Isles, bringing gray skies and wet conditions. However, the south side of the Alps promises a milder outlook for the weekend, with temperatures potentially reaching 18 degrees in Ticino.
The week will start with changeable weather, as predicted by MeteoSwitzerland. Tomorrow is expected to have occasional showers and sunny spells. Wednesday will also see a mix of dry and wet phases. As the week progresses, the snow line could drop as low as 1000 meters by the weekend, making for potentially snowy conditions in the mountains.
The weekend brings a contrast in weather across the country. While the north side of the Alps is expected to cool down, with single-digit highs, the south side will remain mild. Occasional north föhn winds are expected in the valleys. Ticino could even see some sunshine, while the north faces cooler temperatures and rain.
This week in Switzerland will be marked by varied weather conditions, with a mix of rain, sunshine, and potentially snowy conditions in the mountains. The weekend will see a divide in temperatures, with the south remaining mild and the north cooler. Strong winds are also expected, with gusts reaching up to 150 km/h in the mountains.