Swiss Storm Damage Costs Surge 133% in Decade

Insurance data shows dramatic rise in weather-related claims, with hail damage increasing by 490% amid climate change concerns.

Storm damage incidents in Switzerland have increased by 126% over the last ten years.
The financial cost of storm damage has risen by 133% in the same ten-year period.
The accumulation of severe weather events between 2021 and 2024 is classified as 'exceptional'.
Swiss cantons affected by severe weather in summer 2024 have been allocated extra government funds.

133%

increase in storm damage costs

490%

increase in hail damage costs

366%

increase in reported hail damage claims

126%

increase in overall storm damage frequency

"We expect that the loss amounts will continue to rise in the future as a result of climate change."
— Adrian Kollegger

"This accumulation of severe weather events from 2021 to 2024 is exceptional."
— Helvetia Insurance Group

Financial Storms Batter Switzerland