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Extreme
Extreme Heat Risk in Zurich, Switzerland
Risk Level: Extreme — Score 9/10
Risk: 9Historical: 10
Key Risk Factors
- High risk rating for Zurich based on ThinkHazard (Extreme heat)
- 3 events on record in proximity
- 1 event(s) in the last 12 months
- History of dangerous heat waves and extreme temperatures
Peak season: June-September
Last significant event: Extreme Cold - Germany (2025-12-31) — 3,209,140 people exposed
Highest Risk Cities for Extreme Heats
Zurich is not in the top 10 for extreme heat risk among tracked cities.
How Zurich Compares
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Notable Extreme Heat Events Near Zurich
Extreme Heat - Switzerland
July 21, 2019 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Extreme Cold - Germany
December 30, 2025 — WARNING
3,209,140 people exposed; $643,898M capital exposed
Extreme Heat - Germany
July 29, 2024 — WARNING
2,054,060 people exposed; $439,652M capital exposed
Extreme Heat Preparedness Tips
- 1.Stay hydrated — drink water regularly even if you don’t feel thirsty
- 2.Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours (10 AM – 4 PM)
- 3.Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke
- 4.Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning
- 5.Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle
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