About Grindelwald
Grindelwald is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.642° latitude and 7.974° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Grindelwald, Grindelwald benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Grindelwald
The climate in Grindelwald 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 Grindelwald and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Grindelwald: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Grindelwald: 1991–2020 normals
In Grindelwald (1045 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.9 °C. The warmest month is July (15.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.2 °C). About 1348 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (169 mm) with a minimum in February (75 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.7 °C and the absolute minimum −11.6 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −1.2 °C | 9.8 °C | −11.6 °C | 82 |
| Feb | −0.8 °C | 11.2 °C | −11.4 °C | 75 |
| Mar | 2.6 °C | 15.0 °C | −8.4 °C | 84 |
| Apr | 6.0 °C | 18.2 °C | −4.7 °C | 94 |
| May | 10.1 °C | 22.3 °C | −0.2 °C | 139 |
| Jun | 13.6 °C | 26.0 °C | 3.9 °C | 146 |
| Jul | 15.4 °C | 26.7 °C | 6.4 °C | 166 |
| Aug | 15.1 °C | 26.3 °C | 5.7 °C | 169 |
| Sep | 11.5 °C | 22.1 °C | 2.1 °C | 108 |
| Oct | 7.7 °C | 18.3 °C | −2.3 °C | 92 |
| Nov | 2.8 °C | 14.1 °C | −7.3 °C | 92 |
| Dec | −0.4 °C | 10.1 °C | −10.8 °C | 103 |
| Year | 6.9 °C | 26.7 °C | −11.6 °C | 1348 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Interlaken (9 km, 578 m), Jungfraujoch (11 km, 3571 m), Meiringen (18 km, 589 m), adjusted to the elevation of Grindelwald (1045 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Grindelwald:
- Weather Lütschental
- Weather Gündlischwand
- Weather Gsteigwiler
- Weather Bönigen
- Weather Iseltwald
- Weather Wilderswil
- Weather Brienz (BE)
- Weather Interlaken
- Weather Matten bei Interlaken
- Weather Niederried bei Interlaken
- Weather Ringgenberg (BE)
- Weather Lauterbrunnen
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Grindelwald
Frequently asked questions about weather in Grindelwald
What is the weather in Grindelwald today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Grindelwald, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Grindelwald?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Grindelwald.
Will it rain tomorrow in Grindelwald?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Grindelwald.
What is the air quality in Grindelwald?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Grindelwald.
Are there weather alerts for Grindelwald?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Grindelwald located?
Grindelwald sits at around 1045 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 Grindelwald?
The warmest month in Grindelwald is July, averaging 15.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Grindelwald per year?
Grindelwald receives about 1348 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (169 mm), the driest February (75 mm).
When is the best time to visit Grindelwald?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.4 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.