Lake Murten
Lake Murten is a Swiss lake (Fribourg, Vaud) at 429 m, covering 23 km² with a maximum depth of 46 m. Typical winds: bise (NE), vent d'ouest. Main shores and access points: Morat/Murten, Môtier, Praz, Salavaux, Faoug. The weather above is computed over the middle of the lake; the “Wind on the lake” section details hourly speed, gusts and direction — for sailing, windsurfing, paddling, fishing or swimming.
Climate of Lake Murten: 1991–2020 normals
In Lake Murten (429 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.7 °C. The warmest month is July (19.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (2.1 °C). About 972 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (99 mm) with a minimum in February (63 mm). The sun shines for about 1770 hours a year, mostly in July (250 h). On average there are 63 frost days and 10 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 31.8 °C and the absolute minimum −7.0 °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 | 2.1 °C | 11.5 °C | −7.0 °C | 74 | 52 | 17 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.8 °C | 13.3 °C | −6.5 °C | 63 | 92 | 15 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.4 °C | 18.3 °C | −3.3 °C | 65 | 155 | 8 | 0 |
| Apr | 10.2 °C | 22.6 °C | −0.3 °C | 68 | 184 | 1 | 0 |
| May | 14.2 °C | 26.9 °C | 4.0 °C | 88 | 202 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 17.9 °C | 30.3 °C | 7.6 °C | 87 | 225 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 19.8 °C | 31.8 °C | 10.0 °C | 89 | 250 | 0 | 17 |
| Aug | 19.4 °C | 31.0 °C | 9.1 °C | 99 | 232 | 0 | 15 |
| Sep | 15.3 °C | 26.0 °C | 5.8 °C | 77 | 176 | 0 | 3 |
| Oct | 10.9 °C | 21.0 °C | 1.7 °C | 87 | 106 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 6.0 °C | 15.7 °C | −2.7 °C | 79 | 56 | 6 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.9 °C | 12.0 °C | −6.2 °C | 97 | 40 | 15 | 0 |
| Year | 10.7 °C | 31.8 °C | −7.0 °C | 972 | 1770 | 63 | 50 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Neuchâtel (12 km, 485 m), Cressier (13 km, 430 m), Chaumont (15 km, 1136 m), adjusted to the elevation of Lake Murten (429 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Swiss lakes
- Weather Lake Neuchâtel (18 km · 429 m)
- Weather Lake Biel (18 km · 429 m)
- Weather Lake Gruyère (26 km · 677 m)
- Weather Schwarzsee (Lac Noir) (33 km · 1046 m)
- Weather Lake Thun (56 km · 558 m)
- Weather Blausee (63 km · 887 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Greng (2 km)
- Weather Meyriez (2 km)
- Weather Faoug (3 km)
- Weather Courgevaux (4 km)
- Weather Murten (4 km)
- Weather Münchenwiler (4 km)
- Weather Muntelier (4 km)
- Weather Cudrefin (5 km)
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Lake Murten
What is the wind like on Lake Murten today?
The “Wind on the lake” section shows hourly average wind speed, gusts and direction for the next 24 hours, computed over the lake (429 m).
Can you swim in Lake Murten?
In summer (June to September) lowland lakes usually reach 18–24 °C at the surface; there are many public beaches and lidos. Check the air temperature, sunshine and UV index above to pick your slot.
What are the typical winds on Lake Murten?
Characteristic winds: bise (NE), vent d'ouest. Storm warnings on Swiss lakes are signalled by flashing lights (40 flashes/min = caution, 90 = storm).
What is the warmest month in Lake Murten?
The warmest month in Lake Murten is July, averaging 19.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 2.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Lake Murten per year?
Lake Murten receives about 972 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (99 mm), the driest February (63 mm).
When is the best time to visit Lake Murten?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.8 °C on average, 250 h of sun). The coldest month is January (2.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.