Thun (BERN) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Thun can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from pleasant
to cold.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Thun. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 2°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -6°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Thun has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1796 mm of rain/snowfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. July brings wetter days averaging 208 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 rainy days. In contrast, January experiences a drier climate, with about 114 mm of snow/rainfall spread across 14 snowy/rainy days.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
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Thun. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Thun.
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
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Thun in Switzerland
During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May, June, July, August and September.
July has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 208 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 114 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 219 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
