From Grey Skies To Heatwaves: Climate Drives Swiss Abroad

(MENAFN- Swissinfo) Every year, many Swiss choose to settle abroad for a better climate. In the past the main motivation was often to escape the country's long grey winters. But increasingly severe heatwaves, such as that of summer 2026, may encourage more Swiss citizens to leave. This content was published on September 7, 2026 - 09:00 5 minutes

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“I live on the central coast of California. When someone asks us why we chose to live here, we always say there are three reasons: the climate, the climate, the climate. No, I'll never go back to Switzerland,” says Gabrielle Robbins-Essig, as part of a debate launched among Swissinfo readers across our platforms.

More Debate Hosted by: Emilie Ridard Did you leave Switzerland for warmer climes and now regretting your decision?

Every year, many Swiss leave their homeland in the quest for warmer weather. But temperatures are rising everywhere prompting expats to rethink their plans.

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