About Interlaken
Interlaken is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.684° latitude and 7.879° longitude. The municipality is part of the Swiss plateau, transitional temperate oceanic climate with four distinct seasons. Also known as Interlaken, Interlaken benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Interlaken
The climate in Interlaken 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 Interlaken and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Interlaken: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Interlaken: 1991–2020 normals
In Interlaken (571 m), the mean annual temperature is 9.4 °C. The warmest month is July (18.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.1 °C). About 1176 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (146 mm) with a minimum in February (66 mm). The sun shines for about 1626 hours a year, mostly in July (223 h). On average there are 92 frost days and 8 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.3 °C and the absolute minimum −9.1 °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 | 0.1 °C | 11.4 °C | −9.1 °C | 71 | 67 | 24 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.1 °C | 13.4 °C | −8.9 °C | 66 | 82 | 21 | 0 |
| Mar | 5.4 °C | 18.9 °C | −5.1 °C | 72 | 129 | 12 | 0 |
| Apr | 9.3 °C | 22.7 °C | −1.3 °C | 82 | 164 | 3 | 0 |
| May | 13.4 °C | 27.1 °C | 2.8 °C | 122 | 183 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 17.0 °C | 30.5 °C | 6.9 °C | 126 | 200 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 18.7 °C | 31.3 °C | 9.4 °C | 146 | 223 | 0 | 15 |
| Aug | 18.2 °C | 30.6 °C | 8.5 °C | 146 | 199 | 0 | 14 |
| Sep | 14.2 °C | 25.6 °C | 5.1 °C | 94 | 152 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 9.7 °C | 20.9 °C | 0.3 °C | 80 | 103 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.4 °C | 16.0 °C | −4.8 °C | 80 | 68 | 10 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.0 °C | 11.2 °C | −8.5 °C | 91 | 56 | 22 | 0 |
| Year | 9.4 °C | 31.3 °C | −9.1 °C | 1176 | 1626 | 92 | 46 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Interlaken (1 km, 578 m), Jungfraujoch (17 km, 3571 m), Meiringen (23 km, 589 m), adjusted to the elevation of Interlaken (571 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
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- Weather Gsteigwiler
- Weather Wilderswil
- Weather Niederried bei Interlaken
- Weather Beatenberg
- Weather Därligen
- Weather Lütschental
- Weather Habkern
Frequently asked questions about weather in Interlaken
What is the weather in Interlaken today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Interlaken, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Interlaken?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Interlaken.
Will it rain tomorrow in Interlaken?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Interlaken.
What is the air quality in Interlaken?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Interlaken.
Are there weather alerts for Interlaken?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Interlaken located?
Interlaken sits at around 571 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 Interlaken?
The warmest month in Interlaken is July, averaging 18.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Interlaken per year?
Interlaken receives about 1176 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (146 mm), the driest February (66 mm).
When is the best time to visit Interlaken?
For warmth and sunshine: July (18.7 °C on average, 223 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.