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Willisau, Switzerland

Lucerne · Switzerland

Willisau is a small city in Lucerne, Switzerland with a population of 7,780. Elevation: 1,831 ft (558 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,780 Population 294/sq mi density
1,831 ft Elevation 558 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
76.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zurich Timezone

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About Willisau

Willisau

Willisau is a municipality in the district of Willisau in the Lucerne canton of Switzerland. It was formed on 1 January 2006 from the municipalities of Willisau Land and Willisau Stadt. On 1 January 2021 the former municipality of Gettnau merged into Willisau.

People

Population7,780
Density294/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain76.6 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,831 ft (558 m)
Population7,780
Population Density294 / sq mi
Elevation1,831 ft (558 m)
Coordinates47.1218°, 7.9942°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceLucerne
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation76.6 inches (1,946 mm)
Annual Snowfall91.1 inches (231 cm)

About Willisau

Willisau is a small city in Switzerland (Lucerne) with a population of 7,780. The city sits at an elevation of 1,831 feet (558 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Zurich.

Willisau experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 263 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 76.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 91.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,831 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below Switzerland avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,831 ft (558 m)
Area26.5 sq mi (68.6 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates47.1218°N, 7.9942°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.6"
102% above Switzerland avg
Snowfall 91.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.75"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.74"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

868 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7.

Feb 14, 1999 3 km NNE of Belfaux, Switzerland M4.7 72 km
Mar 22, 2003 2 km WSW of Albstadt, Germany M4.7 143 km
Nov 20, 1991 1 km WSW of Churwalden, Switzerland M4.7 122 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km SSW of Muotathal, Switzerland M4.5 61 km
Jan 4, 2009 3 km S of Wildhaus, Switzerland M4.5 104 km
Feb 17, 1992 4 km NNE of Scharans, Switzerland M4.5 120 km
Jun 14, 1993 3 km S of Vogogna, Italy M4.4 129 km
May 8, 1992 2 km WSW of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 113 km
Nov 22, 1997 4 km SSW of Krummenau, Switzerland M4.4 88 km
May 15, 1992 1 km W of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 114 km
May 24, 1995 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland M4.4 138 km
Feb 23, 2004 5 km SSE of Roulans, France M4.4 131 km
May 8, 1992 0 km NNW of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 115 km
Mar 22, 2023 1 km NW of Pont-de-Roide, France M4.4 98 km
May 6, 2003 7 km WSW of Linthal, Switzerland M4.3 73 km
Mar 31, 1996 7 km NNW of Bionaz, Italy M4.3 140 km
Apr 29, 2003 2 km SSW of Varen, Switzerland M4.3 96 km
Nov 16, 1995 1 km ENE of Einsiedeln, Switzerland M4.3 58 km
Jun 28, 2004 2 km NNW of Brugg, Switzerland M4.2 45 km
Aug 24, 1996 1 km E of Sirnach, Switzerland M4.2 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1601 LAKE LUCERNE Eruption + Earthquake 4.0 m 8 53 km
1996 LAKE BRIENZ Meteorological 0.5 m - 44 km
563 LAKE GENEVA Meteorological - - 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 4.0 in
March 38°F (4°C) 3.7 in Driest
April 44°F (6°C) 4.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 4.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 5.8 in Wettest
July 62°F (17°C) 5.4 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 5.3 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.0 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.2 in
November 38°F (3°C) 4.5 in
December 33°F (0°C) 4.4 in

Willisau has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 30°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.8") and March the driest (3.7").

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Schools in Willisau

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Volksschulen Willisau, Oberstufe - - - -
Volksschulen Willisau, Unterstufe - - - -
Berufsbildungszentrum Willisau BBZW - - - -
Schulhaus Schloss 2 - - - -
Schulhaus Schloss 1 - - - -
Schule Schlossfeld Trakt E - - - -
Schule Schlossfeld Trakt D - - - -
Schule Schlossfeld Trakt C - - - -
Schule Schlossfeld Schulleitung - - - -
Schule Schlossfeld Trakt A - - - -
Schule Schlossfeld Saal1 - - - -
Schule Schlossfeld Trakt B - - - -
Kantonsschule Willisau KSW - - - -
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Radio Stations near Willisau

40 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SRF 3 pop, public radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Swiss Pop aac+, pop AAC 128 kbps
Vintage Radio music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Pilatus - MP3
Couleur3 indie, pop AAC 96 kbps
RADIO ARGOVIA - MP3
RTS La Première public radio, srg ssr MP3 128 kbps
Radio 32 Goldies - MP3
Radio Swiss Classic - AAC 96 kbps
Radio 32 local news, news MP3
Radio Basilisk - MP3 128 kbps
Radio SRF 3 - AAC 64 kbps
Energy Basel (NRJ) charts, local news MP3 128 kbps
Radio SRF 1 Zentralschweiz local news, news MP3 128 kbps
Radio SRF 4 News - AAC 48 kbps
Radio Suisse Jazz blues, jazz AAC 96 kbps
Radio SRF 1 Basel Baselland - AAC 48 kbps
Radiopolis - MP3 128 kbps
Radio SRF 1 - AAC 48 kbps
Radio BeO - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Niesen - MP3 192 kbps
Radio SRF 2 Kultur kultur AAC 48 kbps
Radio SRF Musikwelle - AAC 128 kbps
Radio X Basel (MP3 Stream) drum and bass, electronica MP3 192 kbps
Radio grenzenlos,Radio grenzenlos [SPCast] charts, dance MP3 320 kbps
Radio Drachenblut - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Summernight - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Sunshine (AAC 64KB) (IT) - MP3 128 kbps
RFJ - MP3 128 kbps
Radio 2Go adult contemporary, pop MP3
Radio SRF Virus - AAC 40 kbps
RTS La Première - AAC 128 kbps
Kanal K - MP3
Adonia-KidsRadio children, christian MP3 192 kbps
Radio Bollwerk - MP3 320 kbps
JAMES FM - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Gloria christian, katholik MP3 96 kbps
Radio X Basel (OGG Stream) - OGG 2000 kbps
Radio 3FACH - MP3
Radio Sunshine (GB) - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Willisau

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chüechlihaus
Colanis Welt
Dorf- und Glasmuseum
Dorfmuseum
Dorfmuseum
Dorfmuseum im Strohdachhaus Kölliken
Emil Frey AG Classics
Feuerwehr
Flaschenmuseum Willisau
Goldwasch-Tour&Shop inkl. Museum
Gugelmann Museum
Haus der Museen
Haus zum Dolder
Heimatmuseum
Heimatmuseum Aarburg
Heimatmuseum Trubschachen
Hexenmuseum
IPFO Haus der Fotografie
KKLB
KKLB Kunst Trip
Kultur- und Heimatmuseum
Kunsthaus Langenthal
Kunsthaus Sursee Vier
Kunstmuseum Olten
Kunstverein Olten
Militärsammlung
Museum Langenthal
Museum Ronmühle
Museum Schneggli
Museum Zofingen
Ortsmuseum Oftringen
Ramseier Erlebniswelt
Rathaus Sempach
Römischer Mosaikboden
Römischer Mosaikboden
Sagi Menziken
Sandstein Museum
Schlossmuseum Beromünster
Schweizerisches Agrarmuseum Burgrain
Spanschachtelmuseum
St. Urbanhof
Stadtmühle Willisau
Steinzeitwerkstatt
Strohdachhaus Muhen
Swiss Ornithological Institute Sempach
Tabakmuseum
Teddybär-Museum
Wiggertaler Museum

Libraries in Willisau

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothek0.0
Bibliothek Gränichen0.0
Bibliothek Huttwil0.0
Bibliothek Langenthal0.0
Bibliothek Oftringen0.0
Bibliothek Sempach0.0
Bibliothek Sumiswald0.0
Bibliothek Wasen0.0
Bildungszentrum Zofingen0.0
Gemeinde- und Schulbibliothek Schöftland0.0
Gemeindebibliothek0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Burg0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Dulliken0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Kölliken0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Menziken0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Oberentfelden0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Reinach0.0
Gemeindebibliothek Strengelbach0.0
Hochschulbibliothek FHNW Olten0.0
Jugendbibliothek Olten0.0
Kirchgemeindebibliothek Schlossrued/Schmiedrued0.0
Kooperative Speicherbibliothek Schweiz0.0
Läsi-Huus Fahrwangen, Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek0.0
Ludothek Langenthal0.0
Mediothek Roggwil0.0
Mediothek, Schweizerische Bauschule Aarau0.0
Regionalbibliothek Schüpfheim0.0
Regionalbibliothek Sursee0.0
Regionalbibliothek Willisau0.0
Regionale Bibliothek Unterkulm0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Altishofen0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Beinwil am See0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Birrwil0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Boniswil0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Brittnau0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Buttisholz0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Doppelschwand0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Egliswil0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Entlebuch0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Escholzmatt-Marbach0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Gontenschwil0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Grosswangen0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Holziken0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Malters0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Meisterschwanden0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Menznau0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Muhen0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Murgenthal0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Nebikon0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Neuenkirch0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Pfaffnau0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Reiden0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Rothrist0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Schlossmatte0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Schötz0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Seengen0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Seon0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Uerkheim0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Wolhusen0.0
Schul- und Gemeindebibliothek Zetzwil0.0
Schulbibliothek Leimbach0.0
Schulhaus Mitteldorf0.0
Schweizerische Vogelwarte Sempach Bibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek0.0
Stadtbibliothek Aarburg0.0
Stadtbibliothek Zofingen0.0
Volksbibliothek Safenwil0.0

Farmers Markets in Willisau

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dorfplatz
Samstagsmarkt

Hotels in Willisau

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mohren
Post

Restaurants in Willisau

15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asia Wok
Baan Thai Untertor
China Garden
Coop Restaurant
da Fusco
Da Pati
DoDici
Il Castello
Post
Restaurant Gulp
Schlossfeld
Sonne
Sternen
Taube
Zopfmatt

Cafes in Willisau

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café Amrein Chocolatier
City
Terrasse
Weibel
Willisauer Café International

Cinemas in Willisau

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

cinebar

Castles in Willisau

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Landvogteischloss

Zoos in Willisau

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hirschpark Willisau

Dentists in Willisau

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Adent
Zahnarztpraxis am Untertor
Zahnarztpraxis Bourqui

Veterinaries in Willisau

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tierarztpraxis zur Buchwigger

Train Stations in Willisau

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Willisau

Gas Stations in Willisau

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agrola
CH #379559862
Coop
Shell

Banks in Willisau

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Luzerner Kantonalbank
Raiffeisen

Gyms in Willisau

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Activ Fitness
CH #3677946112

Breweries in Willisau

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
1386 Brauerei
Berth Brauerei
BrauerTom
BrauGarage
Brauhuus 531
BrauStation
Degenbier
Hotel Restaurant Eichberg
Langenthaler Bierbrauerei
Schlossbräu Rued

Stadiums & Teams in Willisau

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Willisau

86 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chuderhüsi 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Eigenthal 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stoos 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Schüpfheim 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Heiligkreuz - First 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Klewenalp - Stockhütte 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Dallenwil - Wirzweli 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Eggberge 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gitschenen – Isenthal 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Langis / Glaubenberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Eggiwil 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rigi-Scheidegg/Burggeist 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bannalp 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Schratten Flühli 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Brüsti – Attinghausen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Marbach - Marbachegg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Linden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Engelberg-Brunni 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Heimenschwand 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mörlialp 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Engelberg - Großtitlis Ski Schanze 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sörenberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nollen – Unterägeri 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skigebiet Spitzenberg und Köpfle 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Schafmatt 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Röhrenmoos 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hohe Winde – Beinwil 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Langenbruck 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Schwengimatt 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Röti 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Grandval 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Grenchenberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Raten 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bumbach - Schangnau 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rothenthurm 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sattel-Hochstuckli 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rigi-Seebodenalp 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hergiswil 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Brunni-Haggenegg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skifahren Rigi Staffel 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skilift Rigi-Kaltbad Gratalp 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Wasen i.E. 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Brunni-Holzegg-Rotenflue 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Schönried - Saanenmöser - Zweisimmen - St. Stephan 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Springenboden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Wiriehorn 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Grindelwald - Wengen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Realp 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Jaunpass 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kiental 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mürren/Schilthorn 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Grimmialp 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Elsigen-Metsch 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Faltschen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Airolo - Pesciüm 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Adelboden - TschentenAlp 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kandersteg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Münster-Geschinen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Cioss Prato 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gluringen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Adelboden - Lenk 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Lenk - Wallegg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bellwald 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Engstligenalp 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Habkern 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Engelberg-Titlis 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Melchsee-Frutt 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Eriz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Homberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Skilift Gurnigel-Bad 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hubelweid 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rüschegg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Meiringen-Hasliberg 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Selital 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ottenleue 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mogno 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Schwanden – Sigriswil – Justistal 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gantrisch Gurnigel 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Axalp ob Brienz 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hohwald 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Beatenberg-Niederhorn-Hohwald 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Schwarzsee 0.0 - - $0 - - -
First – Grindelwald 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aeschiallmend 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Rossberg - Oberwil 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Willisau

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–FreiburgBSLLarge Airport
Zürich AirportZRHLarge Airport
Alpnach Air Base-Medium Airport
Bern AirportBRNMedium Airport
Dübendorf Air Base-Medium Airport
Emmen Air BaseEMLMedium Airport
Grenchen Airfield-Medium Airport
Ambri Airport-Small Airport
Biel-Kappelen Airfield-Small Airport
Binningen Glider Field-Small Airport
Birrfeld Airfield-Small Airport
Blumberg Airfield-Small Airport
Bohlhof Glider Field-Small Airport
Buochs AirportBXOSmall Airport
Buttwil Airfield-Small Airport
Dittingen Airfield-Small Airport
Fricktal-Schupfart Airfield-Small Airport
Hausen am Albis Airfield-Small Airport
Herten-Rheinfelden Airfield-Small Airport
Hütten Glider Field-Small Airport
Kägiswil Airfield-Small Airport
Kanderfirn Mountain Landing Site-Small Airport
Langenthal Airfield-Small Airport
Luzern-Beromünster Airfield-Small Airport
Meiringen Air Base-Small Airport
Mulhouse-Habsheim Airfield-Small Airport
Müllheim Airfield-Small Airport
Münster Airfield-Small Airport
Olten Airfield-Small Airport
Petersgrat Mountain Landing Site-Small Airport
Reichenbach Air Base-Small Airport
Reiselfingen Airfield-Small Airport
Saanen Airfield-Small Airport
Sankt Stephan Airfield-Small Airport
Schmerlat Airfield-Small Airport
Thun Airfield-Small Airport
Triengen Airfield-Small Airport
Vieux-Ferrette Airfield-Small Airport
Zweisimmen Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Willisau

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poststelle Willisau

Treatment Centers in Willisau

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
AarReha Zofingen
Kurhaus am Sarnersee

Churches & Religious Organizations in Willisau

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Galgen-Chäppeli
Heiligblut
Kirchenzentrum Adlermatte
St. Niklausen
St. Peter und Paul

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Zurich
Elevation
548 m (1,798 ft)
Area
6.0 km² (2.3 mi²)
Postal Code
6142

🇨🇭 About Switzerland

Capital Bern
Population 8,516,543
Area 41,290 km²
GDP (USD) $894,424,821,645
GDP per capita $100,624
HDI 0.967
Life expectancy 84.1 years
Internet users 97.3%
Urban population 85.2%
Currency CHF (Franc)
Languages French, Swiss German, Italian, Romansh
Calling code +41
TLD .ch
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Switzerland

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Neujahr
Jan 2 St. Berchtold's Day Berchtoldstag
Jan 6 Epiphany Heilige Drei Könige
Mar 1 Republic Day Jahrestag der Ausrufung der Republik
Mar 19 Saint Joseph's Day Josefstag
Apr 3 Good Friday Karfreitag
Apr 4 Näfels procession Näfelser Fahrt
Apr 6 Easter Monday Ostermontag
May 1 Labour Day Tag der Arbeit
May 14 Ascension Day Auffahrt
May 25 Whit Monday Pfingstmontag
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Fronleichnam
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Peter und Paul
Aug 1 Swiss National Day Bundesfeier
Aug 15 Assumption of the Virgin Mary Maria Himmelfahrt
Sep 10 Geneva Prayday Jeûne genevois
Sep 20 Federal Day of Thanksgiving Eidgenössischer Dank-, Buss- und Bettag
Sep 21 Federal Fast Monday Bettagsmontag
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Allerheiligen
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Mariä Empfängnis
Dec 25 Christmas Day Weihnachten
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Stephanstag
Dec 31 Restoration Day Restauration de la République

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Frequently Asked Questions About Willisau

What is the population of Willisau?

Willisau has a population of 7,780 residents and is located in Switzerland. The population density is 294 people per square mile, spread across 26.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Willisau?

Willisau has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 76.6 inches, with 91.1 inches of snow.

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