Best Time to Visit Interlaken
Best time to visit Interlaken: June and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Interlaken
Go in June and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Interlaken month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 33° | 4,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 37° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 38° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 62° | 43° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 66° | 49° | 7,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 77° | 59° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 78° | 62° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 79° | 62° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 70° | 56° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 64° | 51° | 5,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 40° | 7,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 37° | 5,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Interlaken compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Interlaken.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eiger | 10 mi | 14°F | 72°F cooler | 60 in |
| Jungfrau | 11 mi | 12°F | 74°F cooler | 60 in |
| Lake Lucerne | 34 mi | 51°F | 35°F cooler | 66 in |
| Matterhorn | 50 mi | 9°F | 77°F cooler | 46 in |
| Matterhorn | 50 mi | 9°F | 77°F cooler | 46 in |
Best time to visit each attraction in Interlaken
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Interlaken is a city in Switzerland. Interlaken is known for Jungfrau region adventure base. It has a population of about 5.700.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Interlaken with clear. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 53°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Interlaken is June and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 33°F.
The closest major airport is Zurich Airport (ZRH), about 63 mi away. Nearby highlights include Jungfraujoch, Eiger, Jungfrau and Lake Lucerne.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is 4.1°F below the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Interlaken today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Interlaken right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:14 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 74° / 53°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 5 mph
☁️ 75° / 64°
Overcast · 58% rain · wind 11 mph
Things to do in Interlaken
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Interlaken.
Quick facts about Interlaken
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 46°41′10.7″N 7°51′47.5″E (46.6863, 7.8632) |
| Population | 5.700 |
| Known for | Jungfrau region adventure base |
| Local time | 3:14 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Interlaken?
Interlaken is a city in Switzerland. Its coordinates are 46.6863, 7.8632. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Interlaken right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 81% and wind is 0 mph.
When is the best time to visit Interlaken?
June and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Interlaken, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Interlaken in?
Interlaken observes Europe/Zurich (UTC+02:00). The local time is 3:14 AM.
How many people live in Interlaken?
Interlaken has a population of approximately 5.700.
What is the nearest airport to Interlaken?
The closest airports are Zurich Airport (ZRH), 63 mi away, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 84 mi away and Munich Airport (MUC), 216 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Interlaken?
Popular options include Jungfraujoch, Eiger, Jungfrau, Lake Lucerne, Matterhorn and Matterhorn.
What places are in Interlaken?
Interlaken covers 1 places in this atlas, including Jungfraujoch.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 3:14 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
