About Lungern
Lungern is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Obwalden (OW), at 46.787° latitude and 8.191° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Lungern, Lungern benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Lungern
The climate in Lungern 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 Lungern and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Lungern: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Lungern: 1991–2020 normals
In Lungern (1560 m), the mean annual temperature is 3.7 °C. The warmest month is July (12.6 °C on average) and the coldest January (−5.5 °C). About 1679 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (217 mm) with a minimum in February (90 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 25.1 °C and the absolute minimum −16.6 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −5.5 °C | 6.6 °C | −16.6 °C | 102 |
| Feb | −4.3 °C | 7.6 °C | −15.3 °C | 90 |
| Mar | −0.3 °C | 12.8 °C | −11.6 °C | 106 |
| Apr | 3.7 °C | 16.7 °C | −7.7 °C | 113 |
| May | 7.7 °C | 20.9 °C | −3.5 °C | 172 |
| Jun | 11.0 °C | 24.4 °C | 0.4 °C | 186 |
| Jul | 12.6 °C | 25.1 °C | 3.2 °C | 202 |
| Aug | 12.2 °C | 24.4 °C | 2.4 °C | 217 |
| Sep | 8.5 °C | 19.7 °C | −1.6 °C | 135 |
| Oct | 4.4 °C | 16.6 °C | −5.9 °C | 116 |
| Nov | −0.8 °C | 12.4 °C | −11.2 °C | 118 |
| Dec | −4.7 °C | 7.8 °C | −15.3 °C | 121 |
| Year | 3.7 °C | 25.1 °C | −16.6 °C | 1679 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Meiringen (6 km, 589 m), Engelberg (17 km, 1036 m), Titlis (18 km, 3045 m), adjusted to the elevation of Lungern (1560 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Lungern:
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- Weather Sachseln
- Weather Schwanden bei Brienz
- Weather Innertkirchen
- Weather Schattenhalb
- Weather Sarnen
- Weather Brienz (BE)
- Weather Kerns
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Lungern
What is the weather in Lungern today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Lungern, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Lungern?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Lungern.
Will it rain tomorrow in Lungern?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Lungern.
What is the air quality in Lungern?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Lungern.
Are there weather alerts for Lungern?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Lungern located?
Lungern sits at around 1560 m above sea level in the canton of Obwalden. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Lungern?
The warmest month in Lungern is July, averaging 12.6 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −5.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Lungern per year?
Lungern receives about 1679 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (217 mm), the driest February (90 mm).
When is the best time to visit Lungern?
For warmth and sunshine: July (12.6 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−5.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.