About Oberthal
Oberthal is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.912° latitude and 7.647° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Oberthal, Oberthal benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Oberthal
The climate in Oberthal is characteristic of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. 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 Oberthal and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Oberthal: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Oberthal: 1991–2020 normals
In Oberthal (878 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.6 °C. The warmest month is July (16.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.3 °C). About 1242 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (142 mm) with a minimum in February (67 mm). On average there are 108 frost days and 5 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 30.0 °C and the absolute minimum −12.4 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −1.3 °C | 9.8 °C | −12.4 °C | 72 | 25 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.5 °C | 11.9 °C | −11.8 °C | 67 | 22 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.5 °C | 16.8 °C | −7.6 °C | 78 | 16 | 0 |
| Apr | 7.1 °C | 21.1 °C | −3.8 °C | 92 | 6 | 0 |
| May | 11.3 °C | 25.6 °C | 0.0 °C | 138 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 15.0 °C | 28.7 °C | 3.6 °C | 137 | 0 | 9 |
| Jul | 16.8 °C | 30.0 °C | 6.5 °C | 141 | 0 | 13 |
| Aug | 16.5 °C | 29.4 °C | 5.7 °C | 142 | 0 | 12 |
| Sep | 12.4 °C | 24.4 °C | 2.1 °C | 104 | 0 | 2 |
| Oct | 8.0 °C | 20.0 °C | −2.4 °C | 96 | 3 | 0 |
| Nov | 2.7 °C | 14.4 °C | −7.2 °C | 85 | 12 | 0 |
| Dec | −0.6 °C | 10.0 °C | −11.1 °C | 92 | 23 | 0 |
| Year | 7.6 °C | 30.0 °C | −12.4 °C | 1242 | 108 | 39 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Langnau i.E. (13 km, 744 m), Bern / Zollikofen (16 km, 553 m), Koppigen (23 km, 485 m), adjusted to the elevation of Oberthal (878 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Oberthal
What is the weather in Oberthal today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Oberthal, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Oberthal?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Oberthal.
Will it rain tomorrow in Oberthal?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Oberthal.
What is the air quality in Oberthal?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Oberthal.
Are there weather alerts for Oberthal?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Oberthal located?
Oberthal sits at around 878 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 Oberthal?
The warmest month in Oberthal is July, averaging 16.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.3 °C.
How much does it rain in Oberthal per year?
Oberthal receives about 1242 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (142 mm), the driest February (67 mm).
When is the best time to visit Oberthal?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.8 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.3 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.