SwitzerlandWhat’s the climate like in Bern?
The current climate in Bern features temperatures ranging from a high of 25°C to a low of 4°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 15°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -2°C and in the warmer months around 14°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Bern in recent years was 35°C in August 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -7°C in February 2018.
On average, Bern gets 1143 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 98 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
Curious about the weather in other parts of Switzerland? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Zurich, Geneva, Valais, or explore other destinations in Switzerland.
Best time to visit Bern?
The best time to visit Bern for mild to warm weather is May up to October. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Bern.
Climate Table of Bern
The climate table of Bern shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 4 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 19 | 15 | 8 | 5 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -2 | -1 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 99 | 66 | 66 | 75 | 122 | 128 | 127 | 106 | 74 | 87 | 81 | 112 |
| Snow (cm) | 28 | 13 | 12 | 8,5 | 1,0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,1 | 7,4 | 26 |
| UV Index | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 15°C
- Highest temperature: 25°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 4°C in January
- Precipitation*: 1143 mm per year, averaging 95 mm per month
- Snowfall: 98 cm per year
- Driest months: 66 mm in February, March and 74 mm in September
- Wettest months: 128 mm in June, 127 mm in July and 122 mm in May
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in Bern
Average Temperature per Month in Bern
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Bern, Switzerland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Bern
This graph shows how much rainfall Bern, Switzerland, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Bern
This graph shows how much snow Bern, Switzerland, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Bern
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Bern, Switzerland. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Bern
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Bern, Switzerland. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Bern
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Bern, Switzerland, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Bern
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Bern, Switzerland, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Bern
The weather in Bern is rated an average of 3,6 out of 5 stars by 8 visitors. Have you been to Bern? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Although the snow made it picturesque, it also caused some discomfort during the ride. Changes, but not unpleasant for winter adventurers.— This text is automatically translated to English
The fickle but magical December weather in Bern caught my attention. Partly cloudy and unpredictable snowfall complemented the cool days despite the unbearable cold. Winter paradise for cold lovers!— This text is automatically translated to English
Sunny month in Bern, Switzerland, with occasional rain. The temperature was pleasant, often around 25 degrees. There were a few stormy days, but overall the weather was pleasant.— This text is automatically translated to English
Not too hot, not too cold. A few rainy days and typical Swiss mountain winds made this an authentic experience. However, the sky was beautifully blue!— This text is automatically translated to English
February brought mixed weather to Bern. Snow fell, which was good for skiing but caused problems in the city. Sometimes it was cold, but when the sun shone it was very nice.— This text is automatically translated to English
Sunny moments gave way to snow and rain. The fresh air was invigorating, but the extra layers were absolutely necessary. Don't expect spring-like temperatures this month.— This text is automatically translated to English
There was a little rain which made the weather a little unpredictable, but the sun prevailed. Good temperature for a walk around town.— This text is automatically translated to English
The weather in Bern was pleasant in June. Beautiful sunny days alternated with cool and rainy moments. The temperature was not too high, ideal for active recreation.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Bern by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bern. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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