About Bern
Bern is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.979° latitude and 7.453° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Bern, Bern benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Bern
The climate in Bern 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 Bern and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Bern: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Bern: 1991–2020 normals
In Bern (548 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.5 °C. The warmest month is July (18.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.5 °C). About 1020 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in May (112 mm) with a minimum in February (55 mm). The sun shines for about 1796 hours a year, mostly in July (245 h). On average there are 93 frost days and 9 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.8 °C and the absolute minimum −9.9 °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 | 11.2 °C | −9.9 °C | 60 | 66 | 23 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.4 °C | 13.2 °C | −9.2 °C | 55 | 94 | 20 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.4 °C | 18.3 °C | −5.3 °C | 65 | 151 | 13 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.1 °C | 22.7 °C | −1.7 °C | 78 | 179 | 4 | 0 |
| May | 13.4 °C | 26.9 °C | 2.2 °C | 112 | 197 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 17.1 °C | 30.2 °C | 5.9 °C | 101 | 223 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 18.9 °C | 31.8 °C | 8.6 °C | 108 | 245 | 0 | 16 |
| Aug | 18.5 °C | 31.2 °C | 7.9 °C | 112 | 228 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.2 °C | 25.9 °C | 4.0 °C | 87 | 175 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 9.7 °C | 21.1 °C | −0.4 °C | 86 | 119 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.5 °C | 15.5 °C | −5.1 °C | 77 | 66 | 10 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.2 °C | 11.5 °C | −8.8 °C | 78 | 53 | 20 | 0 |
| Year | 9.5 °C | 31.8 °C | −9.9 °C | 1020 | 1796 | 93 | 47 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Bern / Zollikofen (2 km, 553 m), Mühleberg (13 km, 480 m), Koppigen (19 km, 485 m), adjusted to the elevation of Bern (548 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 Bern
What is the weather in Bern today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Bern, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Bern?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Bern.
Will it rain tomorrow in Bern?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Bern.
What is the air quality in Bern?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Bern.
Are there weather alerts for Bern?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Bern located?
Bern sits at around 548 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 Bern?
The warmest month in Bern is July, averaging 18.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Bern per year?
Bern receives about 1020 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May (112 mm), the driest February (55 mm).
When is the best time to visit Bern?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.9 °C on average, 245 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.