Geography of Lake Geneva
Geography of Lake Geneva: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Lake Geneva
Geneva is 24 mi to the south-west, Mont Blanc is 46 mi to the south, Matterhorn is 64 mi to the south-east and Interlaken is 67 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 46°27′0″N 6°30′0″E (46.45, 6.5)
Quick facts about Lake Geneva
| Type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 46°27′0″N 6°30′0″E (46.45, 6.5) |
| Maximum depth | 1.017 ft |
| Known for | a crescent lake between Switzerland and France |
| Local time | 7:40 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Lake Geneva is a lake in Switzerland. Lake Geneva is a lake known as a crescent lake between Switzerland and France.
Right now it is 58°F (15°C) in Lake Geneva with overcast. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 56°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lake Geneva is June, July, 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 82°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is Zurich Airport (ZRH), about 119 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mont Blanc, Matterhorn, Jungfrau and Jungfraujoch.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 67°F is 4.3°F above the 63°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. hiking is the strongest bet in Lake Geneva today at 9.4/10. 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 Lake Geneva 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° | 36° | 4,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 40° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 41° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 62° | 47° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 66° | 54° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 78° | 64° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 80° | 66° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 82° | 67° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 70° | 59° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 63° | 53° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 43° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 39° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Geneva?
Lake Geneva is a lake in Switzerland. Its coordinates are 46.45, 6.5. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Lake Geneva right now?
It is currently 58°F (15°C) with overcast. Humidity is 85% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake Geneva?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Geneva, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lake Geneva in?
Lake Geneva observes Europe/Zurich (UTC+02:00). The local time is 7:40 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Lake Geneva?
The closest airports are Zurich Airport (ZRH), 119 mi away, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 121 mi away and Paris Orly Airport (ORY), 249 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lake Geneva?
Popular options include Mont Blanc, Matterhorn, Jungfrau, Jungfraujoch, Eiger and Gran Paradiso National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - 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 5, 2026 at 7:40 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
