About Affoltern im Emmental
Affoltern im Emmental is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 47.077° latitude and 7.701° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Affoltern im Emmental, Affoltern im Emmental benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Affoltern im Emmental
The climate in Affoltern im Emmental is characteristic of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Temperatures, precipitation and wind conditions vary throughout the year with local features linked to altitude and surrounding terrain. Our data comes from official weather stations and real-time Netatmo sensors for Affoltern im Emmental and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Affoltern im Emmental: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Affoltern im Emmental: 1991–2020 normals
In Affoltern im Emmental (788 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.0 °C. The warmest month is July (17.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.7 °C). About 1180 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (132 mm) with a minimum in February (66 mm). On average there are 108 frost days and 5 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 30.5 °C and the absolute minimum −11.7 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −0.7 °C | 9.9 °C | −11.7 °C | 72 | 25 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.0 °C | 11.9 °C | −11.2 °C | 66 | 22 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.9 °C | 17.0 °C | −7.0 °C | 74 | 16 | 0 |
| Apr | 7.5 °C | 21.5 °C | −3.7 °C | 87 | 6 | 0 |
| May | 11.7 °C | 25.7 °C | 0.5 °C | 126 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 15.4 °C | 29.0 °C | 4.1 °C | 126 | 0 | 9 |
| Jul | 17.2 °C | 30.5 °C | 6.9 °C | 128 | 0 | 13 |
| Aug | 16.9 °C | 29.8 °C | 6.3 °C | 132 | 0 | 12 |
| Sep | 12.8 °C | 24.8 °C | 2.6 °C | 97 | 0 | 2 |
| Oct | 8.5 °C | 20.3 °C | −2.0 °C | 94 | 3 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.3 °C | 14.4 °C | −6.4 °C | 84 | 12 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.0 °C | 10.3 °C | −10.2 °C | 93 | 23 | 0 |
| Year | 8.0 °C | 30.5 °C | −11.7 °C | 1180 | 108 | 39 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Koppigen (9 km, 485 m), Langnau i.E. (17 km, 744 m), Napf (20 km, 1404 m), adjusted to the elevation of Affoltern im Emmental (788 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Affoltern im Emmental
What is the weather in Affoltern im Emmental today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Affoltern im Emmental, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Affoltern im Emmental?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Affoltern im Emmental.
Will it rain tomorrow in Affoltern im Emmental?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Affoltern im Emmental.
What is the air quality in Affoltern im Emmental?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Affoltern im Emmental.
Are there weather alerts for Affoltern im Emmental?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Affoltern im Emmental located?
Affoltern im Emmental sits at around 788 m above sea level in the canton of Bern. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Affoltern im Emmental?
The warmest month in Affoltern im Emmental is July, averaging 17.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Affoltern im Emmental per year?
Affoltern im Emmental receives about 1180 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (132 mm), the driest February (66 mm).
When is the best time to visit Affoltern im Emmental?
For warmth and sunshine: July (17.2 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.