About Berken
Berken is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 47.225° latitude and 7.704° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Berken, Berken benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Berken
The climate in Berken is characteristic of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. 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 Berken and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Berken: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Berken: 1991–2020 normals
In Berken (448 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.4 °C. The warmest month is July (18.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.5 °C). About 1094 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (115 mm) with a minimum in February (65 mm). The sun shines for about 1651 hours a year, mostly in July (243 h). On average there are 91 frost days and 12 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.4 °C and the absolute minimum −9.8 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Sunshine (h) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.5 °C | 10.5 °C | −9.8 °C | 79 | 43 | 21 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.2 °C | 12.9 °C | −9.5 °C | 65 | 81 | 20 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.2 °C | 18.7 °C | −5.6 °C | 72 | 140 | 15 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.1 °C | 23.4 °C | −2.3 °C | 76 | 176 | 4 | 1 |
| May | 13.4 °C | 27.6 °C | 2.1 °C | 110 | 196 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.1 °C | 31.1 °C | 6.0 °C | 104 | 221 | 0 | 12 |
| Jul | 18.9 °C | 32.4 °C | 8.7 °C | 115 | 243 | 0 | 17 |
| Aug | 18.4 °C | 31.6 °C | 7.9 °C | 115 | 219 | 0 | 15 |
| Sep | 14.1 °C | 26.4 °C | 4.0 °C | 89 | 158 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 9.6 °C | 21.1 °C | −0.3 °C | 89 | 95 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.5 °C | 15.0 °C | −4.7 °C | 82 | 46 | 10 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.3 °C | 11.0 °C | −8.3 °C | 98 | 33 | 19 | 0 |
| Year | 9.4 °C | 32.4 °C | −9.8 °C | 1094 | 1651 | 91 | 52 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Wynau (7 km, 422 m), Koppigen (14 km, 485 m), Grenchen (22 km, 428 m), adjusted to the elevation of Berken (448 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Berken
What is the weather in Berken today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Berken, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Berken?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Berken.
Will it rain tomorrow in Berken?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Berken.
What is the air quality in Berken?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Berken.
Are there weather alerts for Berken?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Berken located?
Berken sits at around 448 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 Berken?
The warmest month in Berken is July, averaging 18.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Berken per year?
Berken receives about 1094 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (115 mm), the driest February (65 mm).
When is the best time to visit Berken?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.9 °C on average, 243 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.