About Gals
Gals is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 47.044° latitude and 7.067° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Gals, Gals benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Gals
The climate in Gals 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 Gals and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Gals: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Gals: 1991–2020 normals
In Gals (431 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.2 °C. The warmest month is July (19.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.5 °C). About 978 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (98 mm) with a minimum in April (66 mm). On average there are 75 frost days and 11 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.5 °C and the absolute minimum −7.9 °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 | 1.5 °C | 11.0 °C | −7.9 °C | 80 | 19 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.3 °C | 12.9 °C | −7.3 °C | 71 | 17 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.9 °C | 18.5 °C | −4.4 °C | 67 | 11 | 0 |
| Apr | 10.0 °C | 22.7 °C | −1.1 °C | 66 | 2 | 1 |
| May | 14.1 °C | 27.4 °C | 3.1 °C | 87 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 17.7 °C | 30.5 °C | 6.2 °C | 87 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 19.4 °C | 31.5 °C | 8.2 °C | 87 | 0 | 17 |
| Aug | 18.9 °C | 30.8 °C | 7.2 °C | 97 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.7 °C | 25.9 °C | 4.0 °C | 75 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.3 °C | 20.6 °C | 0.1 °C | 82 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.4 °C | 14.9 °C | −4.0 °C | 81 | 8 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.3 °C | 11.3 °C | −7.6 °C | 98 | 16 | 0 |
| Year | 10.2 °C | 31.5 °C | −7.9 °C | 978 | 75 | 51 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Cressier (1 km, 430 m), Chaumont (7 km, 1136 m), Chasseral (10 km, 1594 m), adjusted to the elevation of Gals (431 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 Gals
What is the weather in Gals today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Gals, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Gals?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Gals.
Will it rain tomorrow in Gals?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Gals.
What is the air quality in Gals?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Gals.
Are there weather alerts for Gals?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Gals located?
Gals sits at around 431 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 Gals?
The warmest month in Gals is July, averaging 19.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Gals per year?
Gals receives about 978 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (98 mm), the driest April (66 mm).
When is the best time to visit Gals?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.4 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.