Geography of Jungfraujoch
Geography of Jungfraujoch: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Jungfraujoch
Jungfrau is 1 mi to the south-west, Eiger is 2 mi to the north-east, Lake Lucerne is 37 mi to the north-east and Matterhorn is 42 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 46°32′50.6″N 7°59′7.8″E (46.5474, 7.9855)
Quick facts about Jungfraujoch
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | Interlaken |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 46°32′50.6″N 7°59′7.8″E (46.5474, 7.9855) |
| Known for | the highest railway station in Europe |
| Local time | 4:49 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
Summary
Jungfraujoch is a tourist attraction in Interlaken. Jungfraujoch is a landmark known for the highest railway station in Europe.
Right now it is 32°F (0°C) in Jungfraujoch with fog. It feels like 28°F. Today runs from 31°F to 33°F. Chance of precipitation is 68%. Sightseeing conditions score 3.3/10 - poor - consider another day.
The best time to visit Jungfraujoch is June, July and August. The climate is polar. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 40°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -0°F.
The closest major airport is Zurich Airport (ZRH), about 69 mi away. Nearby highlights include Jungfrau, Eiger, Lake Lucerne and Matterhorn.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 33°F is 6.5°F above the 27°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Jungfraujoch today at 8/10. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Overnight lows near 31°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Jungfraujoch 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 | 11° | -0° | 5,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 14° | 4° | 4,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 13° | 3° | 6,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 21° | 11° | 5,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| May | 25° | 15° | 5,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| June | 35° | 24° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 37° | 25° | 3,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 40° | 26° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 31° | 20° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 27° | 17° | 5,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| November | 16° | 5° | 8,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 15° | 4° | 6,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jungfraujoch?
Jungfraujoch is a tourist attraction in Interlaken. Its coordinates are 46.5474, 7.9855. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Jungfraujoch right now?
It is currently 32°F (0°C) with fog. Humidity is 98% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jungfraujoch?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Jungfraujoch, which has a polar climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Jungfraujoch in?
Jungfraujoch observes Europe/Zurich (UTC+02:00). The local time is 4:49 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Jungfraujoch?
The closest airports are Zurich Airport (ZRH), 69 mi away, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 73 mi away and Munich Airport (MUC), 217 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Jungfraujoch?
Popular options include Jungfrau, Eiger, Lake Lucerne, Matterhorn, Lake Como and Lake Geneva.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 1, 2026 at 4:49 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
