Mountain town in Bern, Switzerland
Grindelwald weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Grindelwald
Jun–Sep for hiking; Jan–Mar for skiing at First and Männlichen. Peak crowds July–Aug and holidays; May and Oct–Nov are quiet and many lifts close.
Grindelwald weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan1°81 mm
- Feb2°69 mm
- Mar5°89 mm
- Apr10°103 mm
- May15°154 mm
- Jun20°151 mm
- Jul22°148 mm
- Aug21°165 mm
- Sep18°106 mm
- Oct13°107 mm
- Nov7°114 mm
- Dec2°92 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C34°F | -7°C20°F | 81 mm | 87% | Freezing |
| February | 2°C35°F | -7°C20°F | 69 mm | 87% | Freezing |
| March | 5°C41°F | -2°C28°F | 89 mm | 87% | Cold |
| April | 10°C50°F | 2°C36°F | 103 mm | 84% | Cold |
| May | 15°C59°F | 7°C44°F | 154 mm | 81% | Cool |
| June | 20°C68°F | 11°C52°F | 151 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C71°F | 13°C55°F | 148 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| August | 21°C71°F | 12°C54°F | 165 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| September | 18°C64°F | 9°C48°F | 106 mm | 81% | Cool |
| October | 13°C56°F | 5°C41°F | 107 mm | 83% | Cool |
| November | 7°C44°F | 0°C32°F | 114 mm | 87% | Cold |
| December | 2°C36°F | -5°C23°F | 92 mm | 85% | Freezing |
Best months across Switzerland
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Geneva | May–Sep | Jul (27°C) |
| Lucerne | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Interlaken | Jun–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Zermatt | Jan–Mar, Jul–Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Bern | May–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Basel | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Lausanne | May–Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Lugano | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Grindelwald | Jan–Feb, Jun–Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| St. Moritz | Jan–Mar, Jul–Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Montreux | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Grindelwald?
Jan–Feb, Jun–Sep. Jun–Sep for hiking; Jan–Mar for skiing at First and Männlichen. Peak crowds July–Aug and holidays; May and Oct–Nov are quiet and many lifts close.
When is the rainy season in Grindelwald?
Rain peaks in August with about 165 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Jun, Aug.
What is the hottest month in Grindelwald?
July, with average highs of 22°C (71°F).
How cold does Grindelwald get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -7°C (20°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 5.2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.