Habkern ski resort
Habkern is a ski resort in the canton of Bern, in the municipality of Habkern. The village sits at 1055 m and the ski area tops out at 1500 m (Lombachalp), a vertical drop of 445 m. The forecast at the top of the page is computed for the village altitude; the “Summit weather” section gives temperature, snow, wind and freezing level at 1500 m.
Snow and season in Habkern
Above 1000 m expect reliable winter snow and cool nights even in summer; ideal for skiing and hiking.
To judge conditions, compare the snow line (≈ 300 m below the freezing level) with the village (1055 m) and the slopes (1500 m); above 50–60 km/h of summit wind, exposed lifts may close; a warm front lifts the freezing level within hours, a cold front brings snow down to the valley.
Climate of Habkern: 1991–2020 normals
In Habkern (1055 m), the mean annual temperature is 6.6 °C. The warmest month is July (15.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.6 °C). About 1354 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (168 mm) with a minimum in February (75 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.6 °C and the absolute minimum −12.3 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.6 °C | 8.8 °C | −12.3 °C | 81 |
| Feb | −1.6 °C | 10.7 °C | −11.9 °C | 75 |
| Mar | 2.7 °C | 16.1 °C | −8.0 °C | 84 |
| Apr | 6.6 °C | 20.1 °C | −4.1 °C | 95 |
| May | 10.7 °C | 24.5 °C | −0.1 °C | 142 |
| Jun | 14.2 °C | 27.8 °C | 3.9 °C | 148 |
| Jul | 15.9 °C | 28.6 °C | 6.5 °C | 166 |
| Aug | 15.4 °C | 28.0 °C | 5.6 °C | 168 |
| Sep | 11.5 °C | 23.0 °C | 2.1 °C | 109 |
| Oct | 7.0 °C | 18.5 °C | −2.6 °C | 93 |
| Nov | 1.7 °C | 13.6 °C | −7.7 °C | 92 |
| Dec | −1.8 °C | 8.9 °C | −11.6 °C | 102 |
| Year | 6.6 °C | 28.6 °C | −12.3 °C | 1354 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Interlaken (9 km, 578 m), Meiringen (21 km, 589 m), Langnau i.E. (22 km, 744 m), adjusted to the elevation of Habkern (1055 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Beatenberg (8 km · 1150–1950 m)
- Weather Sörenberg (11 km · 1166–2350 m)
- Weather Marbach / Marbachegg (12 km · 870–1500 m)
- Weather Axalp (12 km · 1535–1900 m)
- Weather Aeschi / Aeschiried (18 km · 860–1500 m)
- Weather Grindelwald (20 km · 1034–2970 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Niederried bei Interlaken
- Weather Oberried am Brienzersee
- Weather Ringgenberg (BE)
- Weather Schangnau
- Weather Horrenbach-Buchen
- Weather Unterseen
- Weather Interlaken
- Weather Sigriswil
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Habkern
How high is Habkern?
The village of Habkern is at 1055 m and the ski area rises to 1500 m (Lombachalp), a vertical drop of 445 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Habkern?
Expect about 3 °C less at the summit (1500 m) than in the village (1055 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 1500 m.
When does it snow in Habkern?
In the village (1055 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from November to February (1991–2020 normals), when precipitation mostly falls as snow. Higher up, snow can fall in any season.
Where can I see the weather on the slopes of Habkern?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Lombachalp (1500 m), min/max temperature, 7-day snowfall, wind and gusts, plus the freezing level and the estimated snow line.
What is the warmest month in Habkern?
The warmest month in Habkern is July, averaging 15.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Habkern per year?
Habkern receives about 1354 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (168 mm), the driest February (75 mm).
When is the best time to visit Habkern?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.9 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.