Month guide · Lucerne · Switzerland
Lucerne in September
What September is really like in Lucerne: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
September is one of the best months to visit Lucerne. Expect average highs of 19°C (66°F), lows of 10°C (50°F), about 10 rainy days and roughly 12.5 hours of daylight. Often settled and clear, with good mountain visibility and concerts continuing at the KKL.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 19°C (66°F) / 10°C (50°F)
- Rainy days
- About 10
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in September
September is the 5th-warmest month in Lucerne: days average 19°C (66°F) against a yearly average high of 14°C (57°F), and nights fall to about 10°C (50°F). Rain falls on roughly 10 of its 30 days. Compared with August (24°C (75°F)), September is cooler; by October highs drop to around 14°C (57°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 07:04
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 19:39
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
Autumn (September–November). Clear September days and the Lucerne Festival, then autumn colour in October; November is grey and quiet.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 4 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: September is one of the pricier months.
Events in September
- Lucerne Festival summer season (usually until mid-September)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Gallery · Neustadt
Rosengart Collection
Start with the Klee rooms downstairs, which are often quieter than the Picasso galleries.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Art
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
Museum · Löwenplatz
Bourbaki Panorama
A 360-degree painting more than 100 metres long, by Edouard Castres, shows the French Army of the East under General Bourbaki crossing into Switzerland in winter 1871 to be interned.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Art
- Rainy day
Museum · Old Town
Natur-Museum Luzern
Pair it with the neighbouring Historical Museum if older children want more.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Nature
Landmark · Old Town
Kapellbrücke (Chapel Bridge)
The covered wooden footbridge crossing the Reuss at an angle dates from the 14th century and is the city's emblem, with the octagonal stone Water Tower standing in the river beside it.
- Time needed
- 20–30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Photo spot
- Couples
What to pack
For highs near 19°C, lows near 10°C and 10 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Lucerne?
It is one of the best months to visit Lucerne. Often settled and clear, with good mountain visibility and concerts continuing at the KKL.
+How warm is Lucerne in September?
Average highs are around 19°C (66°F) and lows around 10°C (50°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Lucerne in September?
Expect rain on about 10 days of the month.