Climate of Bern, Switzerland
Area-weighted average across Bern. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Bern, a subdivision of Switzerland, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -1.9°C / 28.6°F in January to 14.2°C / 57.6°F in July, with rainfall from 84 mm / 3.3 in to 121 mm / 4.8 in depending on the season (1194 mm / 47 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1.9°C28.6°F | 88 mm3.5″ | Snowy |
| February | -1.3°C29.7°F | 90 mm3.5″ | Snowy |
| March | 1.2°C34.2°F | 84 mm3.3″ | Snowy |
| April | 3.8°C38.8°F | 92 mm3.6″ | — |
| May | 8.6°C47.5°F | 108 mm4.3″ | — |
| June | 11.6°C52.9°F | 121 mm4.8″ | — |
| July | 14.2°C57.6°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| August | 14.2°C57.6°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| September | 10.9°C51.6°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| October | 6.8°C44.2°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| November | 1.7°C35.1°F | 102 mm4″ | Snowy |
| December | -0.9°C30.4°F | 99 mm3.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bern?
Bern, Switzerland does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 14.2°C / 57.6°F, and the driest is March at 84 mm / 3.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Bern?
Bern, Switzerland has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -1.9°C / 28.6°F in January to 14.2°C / 57.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1194 mm / 47 in, with the wettest month being June (121 mm / 4.8 in) and the driest March (84 mm / 3.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Bern?
The hottest month in Bern is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.2°C / 57.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Bern?
The coldest month in Bern is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -1.9°C / 28.6°F.
When does it rain most in Bern?
The wettest month in Bern is June, averaging about 121 mm / 4.8 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 84 mm / 3.3 in.