First (Grindelwald)
The First (Grindelwald) rises to 2168 m (Bern). Access: cable car; season: toute l'année. 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 First (Grindelwald): 1991–2020 normals
In First (Grindelwald) (2168 m), the mean annual temperature is 0.6 °C. The warmest month is July (9.1 °C on average) and the coldest January (−7.7 °C). About 1775 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (226 mm) with a minimum in February (97 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 20.7 °C and the absolute minimum −18.4 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −7.7 °C | 3.5 °C | −18.4 °C | 109 |
| Feb | −7.2 °C | 4.7 °C | −17.9 °C | 97 |
| Mar | −3.6 °C | 8.9 °C | −14.8 °C | 111 |
| Apr | −0.1 °C | 12.2 °C | −11.0 °C | 121 |
| May | 3.9 °C | 16.3 °C | −6.6 °C | 182 |
| Jun | 7.4 °C | 19.9 °C | −2.5 °C | 194 |
| Jul | 9.1 °C | 20.7 °C | 0.0 °C | 215 |
| Aug | 8.8 °C | 20.2 °C | −0.6 °C | 226 |
| Sep | 5.3 °C | 15.9 °C | −4.5 °C | 142 |
| Oct | 1.5 °C | 12.3 °C | −8.8 °C | 121 |
| Nov | −3.6 °C | 8.4 °C | −13.8 °C | 123 |
| Dec | −6.9 °C | 4.2 °C | −17.4 °C | 132 |
| Year | 0.6 °C | 20.7 °C | −18.4 °C | 1775 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Meiringen (12 km, 589 m), Jungfraujoch (13 km, 3571 m), Interlaken (14 km, 578 m), adjusted to the elevation of First (Grindelwald) (2168 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Passes & summits
- Weather Grosse Scheidegg (4 km · 1962 m)
- Weather Männlichen (10 km · 2343 m)
- Weather Kleine Scheidegg (11 km · 2061 m)
- Weather Brünig Pass (13 km · 1008 m)
- Weather Jungfraujoch (13 km · 3454 m)
- Weather Brienzer Rothorn (14 km · 2350 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Brienz (BE) (5 km)
- Weather Grindelwald (6 km)
- Weather Iseltwald (7 km)
- Weather Lütschental (8 km)
- Weather Schattenhalb (8 km)
- Weather Bönigen (10 km)
- Weather Meiringen (10 km)
- Weather Gündlischwand (11 km)
Passes & summits Weather Brienz (BE)
Frequently asked questions about the weather: First (Grindelwald)
Is the First (Grindelwald) open?
The First (Grindelwald) is usually accessible toute l'année. 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 First (Grindelwald)?
Expect about 10 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2168 m is about 0.6 °C; the coldest month is January (−7.7 °C).
Can it snow at the First (Grindelwald) 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 First (Grindelwald)?
The warmest month in First (Grindelwald) is July, averaging 9.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −7.7 °C.
How much does it rain in First (Grindelwald) per year?
First (Grindelwald) receives about 1775 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (226 mm), the driest February (97 mm).
When is the best time to visit First (Grindelwald)?
For warmth and sunshine: July (9.1 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−7.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.