About Gsteig
Gsteig is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.398° latitude and 7.225° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Gsteig, Gsteig benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Gsteig
The climate in Gsteig 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 Gsteig and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Gsteig: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Gsteig: 1991–2020 normals
In Gsteig (1552 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.2 °C. The warmest month is July (13.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.8 °C). About 1351 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (149 mm) with a minimum in February (85 mm). The sun shines for about 2171 hours a year, mostly in July (246 h). On average there are 135 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 24.9 °C and the absolute minimum −13.3 °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 | −1.8 °C | 10.4 °C | −13.3 °C | 105 | 136 | 28 | 0 |
| Feb | −1.4 °C | 11.7 °C | −13.0 °C | 85 | 144 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 0.9 °C | 14.3 °C | −10.7 °C | 90 | 184 | 21 | 0 |
| Apr | 3.5 °C | 14.4 °C | −7.1 °C | 87 | 191 | 12 | 0 |
| May | 7.1 °C | 19.4 °C | −2.7 °C | 132 | 202 | 2 | 0 |
| Jun | 10.9 °C | 23.8 °C | 0.9 °C | 129 | 223 | 0 | 2 |
| Jul | 13.0 °C | 24.0 °C | 3.6 °C | 146 | 246 | 0 | 5 |
| Aug | 13.0 °C | 24.9 °C | 3.0 °C | 149 | 234 | 0 | 4 |
| Sep | 9.7 °C | 21.0 °C | 0.2 °C | 102 | 202 | 1 | 0 |
| Oct | 6.6 °C | 18.0 °C | −4.2 °C | 99 | 169 | 6 | 0 |
| Nov | 1.9 °C | 14.8 °C | −9.3 °C | 102 | 123 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | −1.0 °C | 11.2 °C | −12.3 °C | 125 | 117 | 26 | 0 |
| Year | 5.2 °C | 24.9 °C | −13.3 °C | 1351 | 2171 | 135 | 12 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Les Diablerets (8 km, 2964 m), Château-d'Oex (11 km, 1028 m), Montana (21 km, 1423 m), adjusted to the elevation of Gsteig (1552 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Gsteig:
- Weather Lauenen
- Weather Château-d'Oex
- Weather Ormont-Dessus
- Weather Rougemont
- Weather Ormont-Dessous
- Weather Rossinière
- Weather Arbaz
- Weather St. Stephan
- Weather Grandvillard
- Weather Leysin
- Weather Lenk
- Weather Ardon
Frequently asked questions about weather in Gsteig
What is the weather in Gsteig today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Gsteig, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Gsteig?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Gsteig.
Will it rain tomorrow in Gsteig?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Gsteig.
What is the air quality in Gsteig?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Gsteig.
Are there weather alerts for Gsteig?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Gsteig located?
Gsteig sits at around 1552 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 Gsteig?
The warmest month in Gsteig is July, averaging 13.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Gsteig per year?
Gsteig receives about 1351 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (149 mm), the driest February (85 mm).
When is the best time to visit Gsteig?
For warmth and sunshine: July (13.0 °C on average, 246 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.