About Lenk
Lenk is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.484° latitude and 7.421° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Lenk, Lenk benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Lenk
The climate in Lenk 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 Lenk and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Lenk: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Lenk: 1991–2020 normals
In Lenk (1169 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.2 °C. The warmest month is July (15.6 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.6 °C). About 1196 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (142 mm) with a minimum in February (74 mm). The sun shines for about 1697 hours a year, mostly in July (197 h). On average there are 131 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.1 °C and the absolute minimum −12.6 °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 | −0.6 °C | 11.3 °C | −12.6 °C | 87 | 99 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.4 °C | 12.0 °C | −12.2 °C | 74 | 109 | 24 | 0 |
| Mar | 2.8 °C | 15.6 °C | −9.2 °C | 77 | 143 | 20 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.2 °C | 19.2 °C | −5.3 °C | 77 | 153 | 12 | 0 |
| May | 10.2 °C | 23.4 °C | −0.2 °C | 121 | 165 | 2 | 0 |
| Jun | 13.8 °C | 26.9 °C | 3.1 °C | 123 | 180 | 0 | 3 |
| Jul | 15.6 °C | 28.1 °C | 5.9 °C | 142 | 197 | 0 | 5 |
| Aug | 15.4 °C | 27.6 °C | 5.1 °C | 136 | 185 | 0 | 4 |
| Sep | 11.7 °C | 23.1 °C | 2.0 °C | 90 | 158 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 8.1 °C | 20.5 °C | −2.3 °C | 83 | 129 | 5 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.2 °C | 16.0 °C | −7.8 °C | 84 | 92 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.3 °C | 12.0 °C | −11.5 °C | 104 | 87 | 24 | 0 |
| Year | 7.2 °C | 28.1 °C | −12.6 °C | 1196 | 1697 | 131 | 13 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Adelboden (11 km, 1321 m), Montana (21 km, 1423 m), Château-d'Oex (22 km, 1028 m), adjusted to the elevation of Lenk (1169 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Lenk:
- Weather St. Stephan
- Weather Zweisimmen
- Weather Adelboden
- Weather Lauenen
- Weather Boltigen
- Weather Saanen
- Weather Icogne
- Weather Rougemont
- Weather Gsteig
- Weather Château-d'Oex
- Weather Jaun
- Weather Oberwil im Simmental
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Lenk
Frequently asked questions about weather in Lenk
What is the weather in Lenk today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Lenk, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Lenk?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Lenk.
Will it rain tomorrow in Lenk?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Lenk.
What is the air quality in Lenk?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Lenk.
Are there weather alerts for Lenk?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Lenk located?
Lenk sits at around 1169 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 Lenk?
The warmest month in Lenk is July, averaging 15.6 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Lenk per year?
Lenk receives about 1196 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (142 mm), the driest February (74 mm).
When is the best time to visit Lenk?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.6 °C on average, 197 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.