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 | 10:17 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 11°F (-12°C) in Jungfrau with light snow showers. It feels like -1°F. Today runs from 2°F to 12°F. Chance of precipitation is 95%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.3/10 - marginal.
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 cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 12°F is 7.6°F below the 20°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Gusts to 43 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near 2°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Snow is falling now - expect reduced traction and slower journeys.
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 11°F (-12°C) with light snow showers. Humidity is 92% and wind is 14 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 10:17 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 23, 2026 at 10:17 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
