About Bowil
Bowil is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.906° latitude and 7.692° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Bowil, Bowil benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Bowil
The climate in Bowil 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 Bowil and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Bowil: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Bowil: 1991–2020 normals
In Bowil (847 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.9 °C. The warmest month is July (16.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.7 °C). About 1315 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (153 mm) with a minimum in February (71 mm). The sun shines for about 1796 hours a year, mostly in July (245 h). On average there are 105 frost days and 6 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 29.8 °C and the absolute minimum −11.9 °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 | −0.7 °C | 10.6 °C | −11.9 °C | 75 | 66 | 24 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.0 °C | 12.5 °C | −11.4 °C | 71 | 94 | 22 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.7 °C | 16.8 °C | −7.4 °C | 83 | 151 | 16 | 0 |
| Apr | 7.3 °C | 21.0 °C | −3.5 °C | 98 | 179 | 6 | 0 |
| May | 11.4 °C | 25.6 °C | 0.4 °C | 148 | 197 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 15.1 °C | 28.6 °C | 4.0 °C | 149 | 223 | 0 | 9 |
| Jul | 16.9 °C | 29.8 °C | 6.9 °C | 153 | 245 | 0 | 14 |
| Aug | 16.6 °C | 29.3 °C | 6.1 °C | 151 | 228 | 0 | 12 |
| Sep | 12.6 °C | 24.4 °C | 2.6 °C | 109 | 175 | 0 | 2 |
| Oct | 8.6 °C | 20.5 °C | −1.9 °C | 96 | 119 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.3 °C | 15.2 °C | −6.7 °C | 87 | 66 | 12 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.0 °C | 10.9 °C | −10.6 °C | 94 | 53 | 23 | 0 |
| Year | 7.9 °C | 29.8 °C | −11.9 °C | 1315 | 1796 | 105 | 40 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Langnau i.E. (9 km, 744 m), Bern / Zollikofen (20 km, 553 m), Napf (22 km, 1404 m), adjusted to the elevation of Bowil (847 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 Bowil
What is the weather in Bowil today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Bowil, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Bowil?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Bowil.
Will it rain tomorrow in Bowil?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Bowil.
What is the air quality in Bowil?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Bowil.
Are there weather alerts for Bowil?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Bowil located?
Bowil sits at around 847 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 Bowil?
The warmest month in Bowil is July, averaging 16.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Bowil per year?
Bowil receives about 1315 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (153 mm), the driest February (71 mm).
When is the best time to visit Bowil?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.9 °C on average, 245 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.