About Bürchen
Bürchen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Valais (VS), at 46.271° latitude and 7.821° longitude. The municipality is part of the Valais Alps, dry continental climate, among the sunniest in Switzerland. Also known as Bürchen, Bürchen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Bürchen
The climate in Bürchen is characteristic of the Valais Alps, dry continental climate, among the sunniest in Switzerland. 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 Bürchen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Bürchen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Bürchen: 1991–2020 normals
In Bürchen (1500 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.4 °C. The warmest month is July (15.1 °C on average) and the coldest January (−4.8 °C). About 708 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (76 mm) with a minimum in September (44 mm). On average there are 148 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.1 °C and the absolute minimum −16.1 °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 | −4.8 °C | 6.1 °C | −16.1 °C | 65 | 29 | 0 |
| Feb | −3.0 °C | 9.7 °C | −14.7 °C | 45 | 26 | 0 |
| Mar | 1.9 °C | 15.4 °C | −10.4 °C | 51 | 22 | 0 |
| Apr | 5.7 °C | 18.7 °C | −7.1 °C | 49 | 13 | 0 |
| May | 9.8 °C | 23.5 °C | −3.2 °C | 70 | 4 | 0 |
| Jun | 13.4 °C | 27.3 °C | 0.7 °C | 55 | 0 | 4 |
| Jul | 15.1 °C | 28.1 °C | 3.1 °C | 58 | 0 | 6 |
| Aug | 14.5 °C | 27.6 °C | 2.2 °C | 62 | 0 | 5 |
| Sep | 10.4 °C | 23.1 °C | −1.3 °C | 44 | 1 | 0 |
| Oct | 5.8 °C | 18.4 °C | −6.0 °C | 62 | 7 | 0 |
| Nov | 0.0 °C | 12.7 °C | −11.7 °C | 72 | 18 | 0 |
| Dec | −4.1 °C | 7.2 °C | −15.3 °C | 76 | 27 | 0 |
| Year | 5.4 °C | 28.1 °C | −16.1 °C | 708 | 148 | 15 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Visp (4 km, 639 m), Grächen (9 km, 1605 m), Blatten, Lötschental (17 km, 1548 m), adjusted to the elevation of Bürchen (1500 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Bürchen
What is the weather in Bürchen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Bürchen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Bürchen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Bürchen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Bürchen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Bürchen.
What is the air quality in Bürchen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Bürchen.
Are there weather alerts for Bürchen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Bürchen located?
Bürchen sits at around 1500 m above sea level in the canton of Valais. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Bürchen?
The warmest month in Bürchen is July, averaging 15.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −4.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Bürchen per year?
Bürchen receives about 708 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (76 mm), the driest September (44 mm).
When is the best time to visit Bürchen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.1 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−4.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.