Mountain town in Bern, Switzerland
Interlaken weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Interlaken
Jun–Sep for hiking, paragliding and lake swimming; Dec–Mar for skiing in nearby villages. Peaks in July–Aug; spring and autumn have fewer lifts running.
Interlaken weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan4°81 mm
- Feb5°69 mm
- Mar8°89 mm
- Apr13°103 mm
- May18°154 mm
- Jun23°151 mm
- Jul25°148 mm
- Aug24°165 mm
- Sep21°106 mm
- Oct16°107 mm
- Nov10°114 mm
- Dec5°92 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C40°F | -4°C25°F | 81 mm | 87% | Cold |
| February | 5°C41°F | -4°C26°F | 69 mm | 87% | Cold |
| March | 8°C47°F | 1°C33°F | 89 mm | 87% | Cold |
| April | 13°C56°F | 6°C42°F | 103 mm | 84% | Cool |
| May | 18°C65°F | 10°C49°F | 154 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| June | 23°C74°F | 14°C58°F | 151 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| July | 25°C77°F | 16°C61°F | 148 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C76°F | 16°C60°F | 165 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| September | 21°C69°F | 12°C53°F | 106 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| October | 16°C61°F | 8°C46°F | 107 mm | 83% | Cool |
| November | 10°C49°F | 3°C37°F | 114 mm | 87% | Cold |
| December | 5°C42°F | -2°C28°F | 92 mm | 85% | Cold |
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 Interlaken?
Jun–Sep. Jun–Sep for hiking, paragliding and lake swimming; Dec–Mar for skiing in nearby villages. Peaks in July–Aug; spring and autumn have fewer lifts running.
When is the rainy season in Interlaken?
Rain peaks in August with about 165 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Jun, Aug.
What is the hottest month in Interlaken?
July, with average highs of 25°C (77°F).
How cold does Interlaken get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -4°C (25°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 8.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.