Lenk ski resort
Lenk is a ski resort in the canton of Bern, in the municipality of Lenk. The village sits at 1068 m and the ski area (Adelboden-Lenk) tops out at 2100 m (Metschstand), a vertical drop of 1032 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 2100 m.
Snow and season in Lenk
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 (1068 m) and the slopes (2100 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 Lenk: 1991–2020 normals
In Lenk (1068 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.0 °C. The warmest month is July (16.2 °C on average) and the coldest January (0.6 °C). About 1100 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (130 mm) with a minimum in February (70 mm). The sun shines for about 1570 hours a year, mostly in July (184 h). On average there are 131 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 28.1 °C and the absolute minimum −11.2 °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 | 0.6 °C | 12.4 °C | −11.2 °C | 83 | 89 | 26 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.6 °C | 12.9 °C | −11.0 °C | 70 | 100 | 24 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.6 °C | 16.0 °C | −8.3 °C | 71 | 132 | 20 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.7 °C | 19.0 °C | −4.6 °C | 71 | 143 | 12 | 0 |
| May | 10.7 °C | 23.4 °C | 0.5 °C | 110 | 155 | 3 | 0 |
| Jun | 14.3 °C | 27.1 °C | 3.9 °C | 112 | 168 | 0 | 2 |
| Jul | 16.2 °C | 28.1 °C | 6.7 °C | 130 | 184 | 0 | 3 |
| Aug | 16.0 °C | 27.8 °C | 5.9 °C | 123 | 172 | 0 | 3 |
| Sep | 12.4 °C | 23.5 °C | 2.9 °C | 80 | 146 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 9.0 °C | 21.0 °C | −1.4 °C | 75 | 119 | 6 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.2 °C | 16.8 °C | −6.7 °C | 77 | 83 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | 1.4 °C | 13.2 °C | −10.1 °C | 98 | 79 | 24 | 0 |
| Year | 8.0 °C | 28.1 °C | −11.2 °C | 1100 | 1570 | 131 | 8 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Adelboden (10 km, 1321 m), Montana (15 km, 1423 m), Les Diablerets (23 km, 2964 m), adjusted to the elevation of Lenk (1068 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Adelboden (8 km · 1350–2362 m)
- Weather Crans-Montana (11 km · 1500–2927 m)
- Weather Anzère (12 km · 1500–2420 m)
- Weather Gstaad (14 km · 1050–2971 m)
- Weather Leukerbad (14 km · 1411–2700 m)
- Weather Zweisimmen (15 km · 950–2000 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Adelboden
- Weather St. Stephan
- Weather Icogne
- Weather Lauenen
- Weather Inden
- Weather Leukerbad
- Weather Zweisimmen
- Weather Arbaz
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Lenk
How high is Lenk?
The village of Lenk is at 1068 m and the ski area rises to 2100 m (Metschstand), a vertical drop of 1032 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Lenk?
Expect about 6 °C less at the summit (2100 m) than in the village (1068 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2100 m.
When does it snow in Lenk?
In the village (1068 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from December 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 Lenk?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Metschstand (2100 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 Lenk?
The warmest month in Lenk is July, averaging 16.2 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 0.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Lenk per year?
Lenk receives about 1100 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (130 mm), the driest February (70 mm).
When is the best time to visit Lenk?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.2 °C on average, 184 h of sun). The coldest month is January (0.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.