Geography of Jungfrau
Geography of Jungfrau: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Jungfrau
Jungfraujoch is 1 mi to the north-east, Eiger is 3 mi to the north-east, Interlaken is 11 mi to the north-west and Lake Lucerne is 39 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 46°32′13.9″N 7°57′45″E (46.5372, 7.9625)
Quick facts about Jungfrau
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 46°32′13.9″N 7°57′45″E (46.5372, 7.9625) |
| Elevation | 13.642 ft |
| Known for | the maiden of the Bernese Alps |
| Local time | 12:10 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
Summary
Jungfrau is a mountain in Switzerland. Jungfrau is a mountain known as the maiden of the Bernese Alps. It sits at 13.642 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 23°F (-5°C) in Jungfrau with overcast. It feels like 17°F. Today runs from 22°F to 26°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.3/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Jungfrau 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 33°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -7°F.
The closest major airport is Zurich Airport (ZRH), about 70 mi away. Nearby highlights include Jungfraujoch, Eiger, Lake Lucerne and Matterhorn.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 26°F is 5.9°F above the 20°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. driving is the strongest bet in Jungfrau today at 8.4/10. Overnight lows near 22°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Jungfrau 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 | 4° | -7° | 5,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 7° | -3° | 4,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 6° | -4° | 6,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 14° | 4° | 5,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| May | 18° | 8° | 5,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| June | 28° | 17° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 30° | 18° | 3,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 33° | 19° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 25° | 13° | 3,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 20° | 10° | 5,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| November | 10° | -2° | 8,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 8° | -3° | 6,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jungfrau?
Jungfrau is a mountain in Switzerland. Its coordinates are 46.5372, 7.9625. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Jungfrau right now?
It is currently 23°F (-5°C) with overcast. Humidity is 59% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jungfrau?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Jungfrau, which has a polar climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Jungfrau in?
Jungfrau observes Europe/Zurich (UTC+02:00). The local time is 12:10 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Jungfrau?
The closest airports are Zurich Airport (ZRH), 70 mi away, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 73 mi away and Munich Airport (MUC), 218 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Jungfrau?
Popular options include Jungfraujoch, Eiger, Lake Lucerne, Matterhorn, Lake Geneva and Lake Como.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - 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 3, 2026 at 12:10 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
