About Bönigen
Bönigen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.678° latitude and 7.920° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Bönigen, Bönigen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Bönigen
The climate in Bönigen is characteristic of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. 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 Bönigen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Bönigen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Bönigen: 1991–2020 normals
In Bönigen (1041 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.8 °C. The warmest month is July (16.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.3 °C). About 1320 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (164 mm) with a minimum in February (74 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.4 °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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.3 °C | 8.9 °C | −11.7 °C | 80 |
| Feb | −1.4 °C | 10.8 °C | −11.5 °C | 74 |
| Mar | 2.8 °C | 16.1 °C | −7.8 °C | 81 |
| Apr | 6.6 °C | 19.9 °C | −4.0 °C | 92 |
| May | 10.7 °C | 24.2 °C | 0.1 °C | 136 |
| Jun | 14.3 °C | 27.6 °C | 4.2 °C | 142 |
| Jul | 16.0 °C | 28.4 °C | 6.8 °C | 163 |
| Aug | 15.5 °C | 27.8 °C | 5.9 °C | 164 |
| Sep | 11.6 °C | 22.9 °C | 2.4 °C | 105 |
| Oct | 7.2 °C | 18.3 °C | −2.3 °C | 90 |
| Nov | 1.9 °C | 13.5 °C | −7.4 °C | 90 |
| Dec | −1.5 °C | 8.9 °C | −11.1 °C | 102 |
| Year | 6.8 °C | 28.4 °C | −11.7 °C | 1320 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Interlaken (4 km, 578 m), Jungfraujoch (15 km, 3571 m), Meiringen (20 km, 589 m), adjusted to the elevation of Bönigen (1041 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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- Weather Ringgenberg (BE)
- Weather Lütschental
- Weather Niederried bei Interlaken
- Weather Iseltwald
- Weather Wilderswil
- Weather Grindelwald
- Weather Unterseen
- Weather Habkern
Frequently asked questions about weather in Bönigen
What is the weather in Bönigen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Bönigen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Bönigen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Bönigen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Bönigen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Bönigen.
What is the air quality in Bönigen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Bönigen.
Are there weather alerts for Bönigen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Bönigen located?
Bönigen sits at around 1041 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 Bönigen?
The warmest month in Bönigen is July, averaging 16.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Bönigen per year?
Bönigen receives about 1320 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (164 mm), the driest February (74 mm).
When is the best time to visit Bönigen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.0 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.