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Bönigen (BERN) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Bönigen experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from pleasant days to very cold weather. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Bönigen is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 18°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -1°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -9°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Bönigen has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1969 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Bönigen experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 232 mm in July, the wettest month, and 128 mm in February, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine over the year

Bönigen can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Interlaken, Switzerland (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Interlaken, Switzerland (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Interlaken, Switzerland (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Average humidity

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Bönigen.

The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 83%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Interlaken, Switzerland (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Forecast for Bönigen (BERN)

Wed   Jan 15
3°C | -4°C
N 1 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Thu   Jan 16
-1°C | -4°C
E 1 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Fri   Jan 17
1°C | -3°C
NW
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
5-Day Forecast 10-Day Forecast

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The best time of year to visit Bönigen in Switzerland

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Bönigen?
    Rainy season in Bönigen occurs in the months of May, June, July, August and September.
  • When is winter in Bönigen?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Bönigen?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Bönigen?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Bönigen?
    July tops the wettest month list with 232 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Bönigen?
    February is the driest month with 128 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Bönigen?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 219 hours of sunshine.

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