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Temperature trends in Geneva

4 weather stations · coverage 1902–2025

+ 2.3°Cin 123 years

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Primary weather station near Geneva with the most complete temperature record

GENEVE COINTRIN

Station record

Station id
240
Source
ECAD
Record
1902–2025
Years
124
Warmest year
2022 (12.9°C)
Coldest year
1963 (8.46°C)
Trend since 1980
+0.51°C / decade

GENEVE COINTRIN

1902–2025 · Geneva, Switzerland

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First 10 years (1902–1911): 9.67 °C · Last 10 years (2016–2025): 11.92 °C · Gap: +2.25 °C

Annual mean temperatures — ECAD source.

Climate trends at Geneva (1902–2025)

Geneva, located in Switzerland, has experienced significant climate changes over the past century. With data collected from multiple stations in the region, this analysis highlights the warming trends observed at the GENEVE COINTRIN station. The period from 1902 to 2025 marks a critical time for understanding how climate change impacts this vibrant city.

Over the span of 124 years, the mean temperature in Geneva has risen notably. The average temperature during the first ten years of observation (1902–1911) was 9.67°C, while the average for the last ten years (2016–2025) has increased to 11.92°C, resulting in a warming of 2.25°C.

Trend Summary

In addition to the warming observed from the first to the last decade, the average temperature from 1991 to 2020 was 11.16°C, indicating a consistent upward trend. The warming since 1980 is approximately 2.04°C, with a trend of 0.508°C per decade since that time. This reflects the broader impacts of climate change that are being felt across the globe.

Climate change impacts

As temperatures continue to rise, Geneva faces increased risks of heat waves and drought conditions. These changes can affect water resources, agriculture, and the overall quality of life for its residents. The warming trends suggest that more extreme weather events may become commonplace, necessitating adaptive measures to mitigate these impacts.

Comparison vs National Benchmark and Paris

When compared to the national benchmark, Geneva's mean annual temperature from 1991 to 2020 is higher than the national average of 10.51°C. Additionally, Geneva's temperatures are approximately 1.44°C lower than those recorded in Paris, highlighting regional variations in climate change effects.

Top-5 warm years

  • 2022: 12.86°C
  • 2023: 12.71°C
  • 2018: 12.31°C
  • 2020: 12.16°C
  • 2024: 12.06°C

The record coldest year was 1963, with a temperature of 8.46°C, illustrating the significant changes in climate that have occurred since then.

For more detailed data, you can access the raw CSV/JSON or explore the interactive map for further insights.

Frequently asked questions

Which weather station is used for Geneva?
Statistics on this page come from the GENEVE COINTRIN station, id 240, ECAD source.
How long is the temperature record in Geneva?
The record runs from 1902 to 2025 (124 years with data).
How much has Geneva warmed?
The annual mean changed by +2.25°C from 1902–1911 to 2016–2025 (first 10 vs last 10 years of the series).
What was the warmest year on record in Geneva?
The warmest year in this series is 2022 (annual mean 12.9°C).
What is the decade trend since 1980 in Geneva?
The linear trend since 1980 is +0.51°C per decade.

Downloads — primary station

Station: GENEVE COINTRIN (ECAD 240).

Fossil CO₂ emissions (ODIAC) in the grid cell for Geneva

1° gridded estimate (fossil carbon surface flux integrated over the calendar year, 2000–2023) for the grid cell that contains the city: the plotted value is a surface emission intensity (gC/m²/yr), comparable across regions, not local air CO₂ concentration (wind and mixing are not represented here).

CO₂ page (ODIAC map, Keeling…)

ODIAC 1°×1° grid cell (centre ≈ 46.5°, 6.5°).

All other weather stations near Geneva

Here are the 3 other stations linked to this page near Geneva, with data that typically span 1902–2025, depending on the site.