Brienzer Rothorn
The Brienzer Rothorn rises to 2350 m (Bern, Lucerne, Obwalden). Access: railway + cable car; season: toute l'année. The weather above is computed at summit altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section shows 7-day snowfall, wind, gusts and the snow line — to pick the right day (visibility, cold, wind).
Climate of Brienzer Rothorn: 1991–2020 normals
In Brienzer Rothorn (2350 m), the mean annual temperature is −0.7 °C. The warmest month is July (8.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (−10.1 °C). About 1820 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (231 mm) with a minimum in February (99 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 21.3 °C and the absolute minimum −20.6 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −10.1 °C | 1.7 °C | −20.6 °C | 110 |
| Feb | −8.9 °C | 3.3 °C | −19.6 °C | 99 |
| Mar | −4.5 °C | 8.8 °C | −15.6 °C | 114 |
| Apr | −0.5 °C | 12.9 °C | −11.7 °C | 124 |
| May | 3.5 °C | 17.3 °C | −7.7 °C | 189 |
| Jun | 6.9 °C | 20.6 °C | −3.6 °C | 201 |
| Jul | 8.5 °C | 21.3 °C | −1.0 °C | 219 |
| Aug | 8.0 °C | 20.7 °C | −1.9 °C | 231 |
| Sep | 4.2 °C | 15.7 °C | −5.7 °C | 147 |
| Oct | −0.2 °C | 11.8 °C | −10.3 °C | 125 |
| Nov | −5.5 °C | 7.4 °C | −15.4 °C | 126 |
| Dec | −9.4 °C | 2.6 °C | −19.5 °C | 133 |
| Year | −0.7 °C | 21.3 °C | −20.6 °C | 1820 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Meiringen (11 km, 589 m), Interlaken (19 km, 578 m), Langnau i.E. (25 km, 744 m), adjusted to the elevation of Brienzer Rothorn (2350 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Passes & summits
- Weather Brünig Pass (8 km · 1008 m)
- Weather Glaubenberg Pass (10 km · 1543 m)
- Weather First (Grindelwald) (14 km · 2168 m)
- Weather Grosse Scheidegg (15 km · 1962 m)
- Weather Harder Kulm (18 km · 1322 m)
- Weather Männlichen (21 km · 2343 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Schwanden bei Brienz (2 km)
- Weather Hofstetten bei Brienz (4 km)
- Weather Brienzwiler (5 km)
- Weather Meiringen (6 km)
- Weather Oberried am Brienzersee (7 km)
- Weather Giswil (8 km)
- Weather Brienz (BE) (9 km)
- Weather Hasliberg (10 km)
Passes & summits Weather Schwanden bei Brienz
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Brienzer Rothorn
Is the Brienzer Rothorn open?
The Brienzer Rothorn is usually accessible toute l'année. The official status depends on snow and roadworks (check TCS or the canton); the snow forecast above helps anticipate closures.
How cold is it at the Brienzer Rothorn?
Expect about 11 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2350 m is about −0.7 °C; the coldest month is January (−10.1 °C).
Can it snow at the Brienzer Rothorn in summer?
Yes: above 2000 m, snow can fall in any season during cold spells. Watch the freezing level and the forecast snowfall in the dedicated section.
What is the warmest month in Brienzer Rothorn?
The warmest month in Brienzer Rothorn is July, averaging 8.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −10.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Brienzer Rothorn per year?
Brienzer Rothorn receives about 1820 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (231 mm), the driest February (99 mm).
When is the best time to visit Brienzer Rothorn?
For warmth and sunshine: July (8.5 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−10.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.