Geography of Lake Lucerne
Geography of Lake Lucerne: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Lake Lucerne
Zurich is 27 mi to the north, Zurich Airport is 33 mi to the north, Interlaken is 34 mi to the south-west and Eiger is 35 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 47°0′0″N 8°25′0.1″E (47, 8.4167)
Quick facts about Lake Lucerne
| Type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Country | Switzerland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 47°0′0″N 8°25′0.1″E (47, 8.4167) |
| Maximum depth | 702 ft |
| Known for | a fjord-like alpine lake |
| Local time | 12:26 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Lake Lucerne is a lake in Switzerland. Lake Lucerne is a lake known as a fjord-like alpine lake.
Right now it is 74°F (24°C) in Lake Lucerne with overcast. It feels like 76°F. Today runs from 68°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 88%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.6/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Lake Lucerne is June and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 77°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 29°F.
The closest major airport is Zurich Airport (ZRH), about 33 mi away. Nearby highlights include Eiger, Jungfraujoch, Jungfrau and Lake Constance.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 77°F is in line with the 77°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 Lake Lucerne today at 9.6/10. 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 Lake Lucerne 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 | 40° | 29° | 3,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 34° | 3,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 35° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 59° | 40° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 65° | 47° | 7,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 75° | 57° | 5,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 77° | 61° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 77° | 61° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 68° | 54° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 59° | 47° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 47° | 36° | 6,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 41° | 32° | 5,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Lucerne?
Lake Lucerne is a lake in Switzerland. Its coordinates are 47, 8.4167. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Lake Lucerne right now?
It is currently 74°F (24°C) with overcast. Humidity is 62% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake Lucerne?
June and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Lucerne, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lake Lucerne in?
Lake Lucerne observes Europe/Zurich (UTC+02:00). The local time is 12:26 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Lake Lucerne?
The closest airports are Zurich Airport (ZRH), 33 mi away, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 96 mi away and Munich Airport (MUC), 183 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lake Lucerne?
Popular options include Eiger, Jungfraujoch, Jungfrau, Lake Constance, Lake Como and Matterhorn.
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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 August 22, 2026 at 12:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
