About Wattenwil
Wattenwil is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Bern (BE), at 46.784° latitude and 7.517° longitude. The municipality is part of the Prealps, temperate mountain climate, frequent winter snow at higher elevations. Also known as Wattenwil, Wattenwil benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Wattenwil
The climate in Wattenwil 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 Wattenwil and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Wattenwil: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Wattenwil: 1991–2020 normals
In Wattenwil (914 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.7 °C. The warmest month is July (16.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.7 °C). About 1130 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (130 mm) with a minimum in February (56 mm). The sun shines for about 1858 hours a year, mostly in July (237 h). On average there are 107 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.7 °C and the absolute minimum −10.9 °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 | −0.7 °C | 10.1 °C | −10.9 °C | 59 | 98 | 24 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.1 °C | 11.2 °C | −10.3 °C | 56 | 113 | 21 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.6 °C | 15.7 °C | −6.8 °C | 67 | 152 | 16 | 0 |
| Apr | 7.1 °C | 19.8 °C | −3.4 °C | 84 | 168 | 8 | 0 |
| May | 11.1 °C | 24.0 °C | 0.7 °C | 129 | 183 | 1 | 0 |
| Jun | 14.9 °C | 27.5 °C | 4.4 °C | 122 | 213 | 0 | 2 |
| Jul | 16.8 °C | 28.7 °C | 7.2 °C | 128 | 237 | 0 | 5 |
| Aug | 16.4 °C | 28.2 °C | 6.5 °C | 130 | 221 | 0 | 4 |
| Sep | 12.3 °C | 23.2 °C | 2.9 °C | 99 | 169 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 8.2 °C | 18.9 °C | −1.4 °C | 98 | 128 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.2 °C | 14.0 °C | −6.1 °C | 78 | 91 | 13 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.1 °C | 10.4 °C | −9.6 °C | 80 | 85 | 21 | 0 |
| Year | 7.7 °C | 28.7 °C | −10.9 °C | 1130 | 1858 | 107 | 12 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Plaffeien (20 km, 1042 m), Bern / Zollikofen (23 km, 553 m), Mühleberg (28 km, 480 m), adjusted to the elevation of Wattenwil (914 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about weather in Wattenwil
What is the weather in Wattenwil today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Wattenwil, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Wattenwil?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Wattenwil.
Will it rain tomorrow in Wattenwil?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Wattenwil.
What is the air quality in Wattenwil?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Wattenwil.
Are there weather alerts for Wattenwil?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Wattenwil located?
Wattenwil sits at around 914 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 Wattenwil?
The warmest month in Wattenwil is July, averaging 16.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Wattenwil per year?
Wattenwil receives about 1130 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (130 mm), the driest February (56 mm).
When is the best time to visit Wattenwil?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.8 °C on average, 237 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.