Chasseral
The Chasseral rises to 1607 m (Bern). Access: road; season: mai–novembre. The weather above is computed at summit altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section shows 7-day snowfall, wind, gusts and the snow line — to pick the right day (visibility, cold, wind).
Climate of Chasseral: 1991–2020 normals
In Chasseral (1607 m), the mean annual temperature is 4.2 °C. The warmest month is July (12.0 °C on average) and the coldest February (−2.9 °C). About 1263 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (127 mm) with a minimum in April (86 mm). The sun shines for about 1714 hours a year, mostly in July (201 h). On average there are 147 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 22.6 °C and the absolute minimum −12.5 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Sunshine (h) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.4 °C | 7.2 °C | −12.3 °C | 104 | 102 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | −2.9 °C | 7.5 °C | −12.5 °C | 97 | 108 | 24 | 0 |
| Mar | −0.5 °C | 9.6 °C | −10.3 °C | 90 | 142 | 23 | 0 |
| Apr | 2.4 °C | 13.5 °C | −7.5 °C | 86 | 157 | 16 | 0 |
| May | 6.4 °C | 17.9 °C | −2.7 °C | 113 | 166 | 6 | 0 |
| Jun | 10.0 °C | 21.3 °C | 0.7 °C | 116 | 180 | 1 | 0 |
| Jul | 12.0 °C | 22.6 °C | 3.6 °C | 120 | 201 | 0 | 0 |
| Aug | 12.0 °C | 22.1 °C | 3.1 °C | 127 | 190 | 0 | 0 |
| Sep | 8.4 °C | 17.8 °C | −0.1 °C | 96 | 151 | 2 | 0 |
| Oct | 5.4 °C | 15.6 °C | −4.2 °C | 101 | 134 | 8 | 0 |
| Nov | 1.0 °C | 11.8 °C | −8.4 °C | 99 | 96 | 18 | 0 |
| Dec | −1.6 °C | 8.4 °C | −11.6 °C | 115 | 87 | 24 | 0 |
| Year | 4.2 °C | 22.6 °C | −12.5 °C | 1263 | 1714 | 147 | 1 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Chasseral (0 km, 1594 m), Cressier (9 km, 430 m), Chaumont (11 km, 1136 m), adjusted to the elevation of Chasseral (1607 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Passes & summits
- Weather Vue-des-Alpes (15 km · 1283 m)
- Weather Chasseron (50 km · 1607 m)
- Weather Stockhorn (61 km · 2190 m)
- Weather Jaun Pass (64 km · 1509 m)
- Weather Le Moléson (65 km · 2002 m)
- Weather Niesen (70 km · 2362 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Nods (1 km)
- Weather Cormoret (1 km)
- Weather Lignières (5 km)
- Weather Courtelary (6 km)
- Weather Plateau de Diesse (6 km)
- Weather Le Landeron (7 km)
- Weather Cortébert (7 km)
- Weather Villeret (7 km)
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Chasseral
Is the Chasseral open?
The Chasseral is usually accessible mai–novembre. The official status depends on snow and roadworks (check TCS or the canton); the snow forecast above helps anticipate closures.
How cold is it at the Chasseral?
Expect about 7 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 1607 m is about 4.2 °C; the coldest month is February (−2.9 °C).
Can it snow at the Chasseral in summer?
Yes: above 2000 m, snow can fall in any season during cold spells. Watch the freezing level and the forecast snowfall in the dedicated section.
What is the warmest month in Chasseral?
The warmest month in Chasseral is July, averaging 12.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at −2.9 °C.
How much does it rain in Chasseral per year?
Chasseral receives about 1263 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (127 mm), the driest April (86 mm).
When is the best time to visit Chasseral?
For warmth and sunshine: July (12.0 °C on average, 201 h of sun). The coldest month is February (−2.9 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.