About Lauenen
Lauenen is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.393° latitude and 7.342° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Lauenen, Lauenen benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Lauenen
The climate in Lauenen 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 Lauenen and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Lauenen: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Lauenen: 1991–2020 normals
In Lauenen (1395 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.2 °C. The warmest month is July (14.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.1 °C). About 1084 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (112 mm) with a minimum in April (69 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 26.1 °C and the absolute minimum −12.3 °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 | −1.1 °C | 10.6 °C | −12.3 °C | 96 | 136 | 28 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.8 °C | 11.8 °C | −12.2 °C | 79 | 144 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 1.8 °C | 14.7 °C | −9.7 °C | 75 | 184 | 21 | 0 |
| Apr | 4.7 °C | 15.9 °C | −6.0 °C | 69 | 191 | 12 | 0 |
| May | 8.4 °C | 20.8 °C | −1.5 °C | 102 | 202 | 2 | 0 |
| Jun | 12.2 °C | 25.1 °C | 2.0 °C | 97 | 223 | 0 | 2 |
| Jul | 14.3 °C | 25.6 °C | 4.7 °C | 107 | 246 | 0 | 5 |
| Aug | 14.2 °C | 26.1 °C | 4.1 °C | 112 | 234 | 0 | 4 |
| Sep | 10.8 °C | 21.9 °C | 1.1 °C | 74 | 202 | 1 | 0 |
| Oct | 7.4 °C | 18.8 °C | −3.0 °C | 77 | 169 | 6 | 0 |
| Nov | 2.7 °C | 15.1 °C | −8.2 °C | 85 | 123 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | −0.2 °C | 11.4 °C | −11.3 °C | 112 | 117 | 26 | 0 |
| Year | 6.2 °C | 26.1 °C | −12.3 °C | 1084 | 2171 | 135 | 12 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Les Diablerets (13 km, 2964 m), Montana (14 km, 1423 m), Château-d'Oex (18 km, 1028 m), adjusted to the elevation of Lauenen (1395 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Lauenen:
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- Weather St. Stephan
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- Weather Rougemont
- Weather Lens
- Weather Château-d'Oex
- Weather Ayent
- Weather Grimisuat
- Weather Savièse
- Weather Saint-Léonard
Frequently asked questions about weather in Lauenen
What is the weather in Lauenen today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Lauenen, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Lauenen?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Lauenen.
Will it rain tomorrow in Lauenen?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Lauenen.
What is the air quality in Lauenen?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Lauenen.
Are there weather alerts for Lauenen?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Lauenen located?
Lauenen sits at around 1395 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 Lauenen?
The warmest month in Lauenen is July, averaging 14.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Lauenen per year?
Lauenen receives about 1084 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (112 mm), the driest April (69 mm).
When is the best time to visit Lauenen?
For warmth and sunshine: July (14.3 °C on average, 246 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.