Geography of Interlaken
Geography of Interlaken: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Interlaken
Eiger is 10 mi to the south-east, Jungfrau is 11 mi to the south-east, Lake Lucerne is 34 mi to the north-east and Matterhorn is 50 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 46°41′10.7″N 7°51′47.5″E (46.6863, 7.8632)
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 | 11:38 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
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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 59°F (15°C) in Interlaken with clear sky. It feels like 59°F. Today runs from 40°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Interlaken is June, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 80°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 October. The forecast high of 60°F is 4.9°F below the 64°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 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.
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 | 80° | 64° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 69° | 56° | 5,0 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).
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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 59°F (15°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 79% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Interlaken?
June, August and September 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+01:00). The local time is 11:38 PM.
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 Lake Geneva.
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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 October 27, 2026 at 11:38 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
