Grand Théâtre de Genève

Monument Historic opera house and performance venue in Geneva

Near Geneva’s lakefront, the Grand Théâtre stages opera, ballet and orchestral concerts; visitors book performances or include the house on architectural walks of the city center.

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Grand Théâtre de Genève
Grand Théâtre de Genève, 12 Boulevard des Philosophes, 1205 Genève, Switzerland
46.2017, 6.1427

How to Get to Grand Théâtre de Genève #

Located near the Geneva city center. From Cornavin train station, it is about a 15-20 minute walk or a short tram ride. Local trams and buses stop nearby.

Tips for Visiting Grand Théâtre de Genève #

  • Book performances early-popular productions at the Grand Théâtre sell out.
  • Check dress codes for gala nights; the theater keeps a traditional sense of occasion.
  • Arrive early to tour the foyer and see the interior architecture before curtain.

Best Time to Visit Grand Théâtre de Genève #

Best visited during the performance season (autumn and spring) for a full theatrical experience.

Autumn
September-November · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Main performance season with new opera and ballet productions.
Spring
March-May · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Seasonal programming; pleasant city weather for theatre evenings.

Weather & Climate near Grand Théâtre de Genève #

Climate

Grand Théâtre de Genève's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (953 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 39 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.6h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 25°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 95 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 21°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

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