Grosse Scheidegg
The Grosse Scheidegg is a mountain pass at 1962 m (Bern). Access: bus; usually open juin–octobre. The weather above is computed at the exact pass altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section gives 7-day snowfall, gusts and the snow line — check it before crossing by car, motorbike or bike.
Climate of Grosse Scheidegg: 1991–2020 normals
In Grosse Scheidegg (1962 m), the mean annual temperature is 1.6 °C. The warmest month is July (10.3 °C on average) and the coldest January (−7.0 °C). About 1749 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (225 mm) with a minimum in February (95 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 22.1 °C and the absolute minimum −17.8 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −7.0 °C | 4.5 °C | −17.8 °C | 107 |
| Feb | −6.2 °C | 5.7 °C | −17.0 °C | 95 |
| Mar | −2.5 °C | 10.1 °C | −13.7 °C | 110 |
| Apr | 1.1 °C | 13.7 °C | −9.9 °C | 118 |
| May | 5.2 °C | 17.8 °C | −5.6 °C | 179 |
| Jun | 8.6 °C | 21.4 °C | −1.5 °C | 192 |
| Jul | 10.3 °C | 22.1 °C | 1.1 °C | 211 |
| Aug | 10.0 °C | 21.6 °C | 0.4 °C | 225 |
| Sep | 6.4 °C | 17.2 °C | −3.5 °C | 140 |
| Oct | 2.4 °C | 13.6 °C | −7.9 °C | 120 |
| Nov | −2.6 °C | 9.7 °C | −12.9 °C | 122 |
| Dec | −6.2 °C | 5.4 °C | −16.7 °C | 129 |
| Year | 1.6 °C | 22.1 °C | −17.8 °C | 1749 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Meiringen (10 km, 589 m), Jungfraujoch (15 km, 3571 m), Interlaken (18 km, 578 m), adjusted to the elevation of Grosse Scheidegg (1962 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Passes & summits
- Weather First (Grindelwald) (4 km · 2168 m)
- Weather Brünig Pass (12 km · 1008 m)
- Weather Männlichen (13 km · 2343 m)
- Weather Kleine Scheidegg (13 km · 2061 m)
- Weather Jungfraujoch (15 km · 3454 m)
- Weather Brienzer Rothorn (15 km · 2350 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Schattenhalb (5 km)
- Weather Brienz (BE) (8 km)
- Weather Grindelwald (10 km)
- Weather Meiringen (10 km)
- Weather Iseltwald (10 km)
- Weather Innertkirchen (11 km)
- Weather Lütschental (11 km)
- Weather Brienzwiler (12 km)
Passes & summits Weather Schattenhalb
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Grosse Scheidegg
Is the Grosse Scheidegg open?
The Grosse Scheidegg is usually accessible juin–octobre. 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 Grosse Scheidegg?
Expect about 9 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 1962 m is about 1.6 °C; the coldest month is January (−7.0 °C).
Can it snow at the Grosse Scheidegg 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 Grosse Scheidegg?
The warmest month in Grosse Scheidegg is July, averaging 10.3 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −7.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Grosse Scheidegg per year?
Grosse Scheidegg receives about 1749 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (225 mm), the driest February (95 mm).
When is the best time to visit Grosse Scheidegg?
For warmth and sunshine: July (10.3 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−7.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.