Gemmi Pass
The Gemmi Pass is a mountain pass at 2270 m (Valais, Bern). Access: cable car; usually open toute l'année (téléphérique). The weather above is computed at the exact pass altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section gives 7-day snowfall, gusts and the snow line — check it before crossing by car, motorbike or bike.
Climate of Gemmi Pass: 1991–2020 normals
In Gemmi Pass (2270 m), the mean annual temperature is 1.1 °C. The warmest month is July (9.7 °C on average) and the coldest January (−7.1 °C). About 1391 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (156 mm) with a minimum in April (87 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 22.2 °C and the absolute minimum −18.9 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −7.1 °C | 4.7 °C | −18.9 °C | 112 |
| Feb | −6.8 °C | 5.6 °C | −18.7 °C | 90 |
| Mar | −3.4 °C | 9.0 °C | −15.8 °C | 94 |
| Apr | 0.2 °C | 12.7 °C | −11.6 °C | 87 |
| May | 4.2 °C | 17.2 °C | −6.5 °C | 139 |
| Jun | 7.9 °C | 21.1 °C | −3.2 °C | 134 |
| Jul | 9.7 °C | 22.2 °C | −0.5 °C | 156 |
| Aug | 9.4 °C | 21.6 °C | −1.3 °C | 152 |
| Sep | 5.7 °C | 17.4 °C | −4.3 °C | 95 |
| Oct | 2.0 °C | 14.7 °C | −8.4 °C | 97 |
| Nov | −2.9 °C | 9.9 °C | −14.0 °C | 103 |
| Dec | −6.1 °C | 5.4 °C | −17.6 °C | 132 |
| Year | 1.1 °C | 22.2 °C | −18.9 °C | 1391 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Adelboden (11 km, 1321 m), Montana (16 km, 1423 m), Blatten, Lötschental (16 km, 1548 m), adjusted to the elevation of Gemmi Pass (2270 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about the weather: Gemmi Pass
Is the Gemmi Pass open?
The Gemmi Pass is usually accessible toute l'année (téléphérique). 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 Gemmi Pass?
Expect about 11 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2270 m is about 1.1 °C; the coldest month is January (−7.1 °C).
Can it snow at the Gemmi Pass 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 Gemmi Pass?
The warmest month in Gemmi Pass is July, averaging 9.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −7.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Gemmi Pass per year?
Gemmi Pass receives about 1391 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (156 mm), the driest April (87 mm).
When is the best time to visit Gemmi Pass?
For warmth and sunshine: July (9.7 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−7.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.