About Sonvilier
Sonvilier is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 47.164° latitude and 6.934° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Sonvilier, Sonvilier benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Sonvilier
The climate in Sonvilier 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 Sonvilier and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Sonvilier: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Sonvilier: 1991–2020 normals
In Sonvilier (870 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.2 °C. The warmest month is July (16.4 °C on average) and the coldest February (0.8 °C). About 1137 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (112 mm) with a minimum in April (78 mm). The sun shines for about 1755 hours a year, mostly in July (215 h). On average there are 120 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.8 °C and the absolute minimum −10.3 °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 | 0.9 °C | 11.0 °C | −10.3 °C | 92 | 95 | 25 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.8 °C | 11.7 °C | −10.3 °C | 82 | 106 | 23 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.6 °C | 14.7 °C | −7.1 °C | 80 | 144 | 18 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.8 °C | 18.8 °C | −3.7 °C | 78 | 160 | 9 | 0 |
| May | 10.8 °C | 23.0 °C | 1.0 °C | 103 | 171 | 1 | 0 |
| Jun | 14.4 °C | 26.5 °C | 4.6 °C | 101 | 192 | 0 | 3 |
| Jul | 16.4 °C | 27.8 °C | 7.2 °C | 105 | 215 | 0 | 5 |
| Aug | 16.3 °C | 27.3 °C | 6.5 °C | 112 | 205 | 0 | 5 |
| Sep | 12.5 °C | 22.9 °C | 3.4 °C | 89 | 160 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 9.1 °C | 20.2 °C | −0.8 °C | 94 | 134 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.5 °C | 16.0 °C | −5.6 °C | 93 | 93 | 15 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.8 °C | 11.9 °C | −9.2 °C | 109 | 80 | 23 | 0 |
| Year | 8.2 °C | 27.8 °C | −10.3 °C | 1137 | 1755 | 120 | 14 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Chasseral (10 km, 1594 m), Chaumont (13 km, 1136 m), La Chaux-de-Fonds (14 km, 1017 m), adjusted to the elevation of Sonvilier (870 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Sonvilier:
- Weather Saint-Imier
- Weather Les Bois
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- Weather Le Noirmont
- Weather Villeret
- Weather Renan (BE)
- Weather Les Breuleux
- Weather Muriaux
- Weather La Chaux-de-Fonds
- Weather Cormoret
- Weather Nods
- Weather Courtelary
Frequently asked questions about weather in Sonvilier
What is the weather in Sonvilier today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Sonvilier, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Sonvilier?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Sonvilier.
Will it rain tomorrow in Sonvilier?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Sonvilier.
What is the air quality in Sonvilier?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Sonvilier.
Are there weather alerts for Sonvilier?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Sonvilier located?
Sonvilier sits at around 870 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 Sonvilier?
The warmest month in Sonvilier is July, averaging 16.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at 0.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Sonvilier per year?
Sonvilier receives about 1137 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (112 mm), the driest April (78 mm).
When is the best time to visit Sonvilier?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.4 °C on average, 215 h of sun). The coldest month is February (0.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.