Stockhorn
The Stockhorn rises to 2190 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 Stockhorn: 1991–2020 normals
In Stockhorn (2190 m), the mean annual temperature is 1.1 °C. The warmest month is July (9.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (−7.0 °C). About 1588 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (196 mm) with a minimum in February (83 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 21.7 °C and the absolute minimum −17.9 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −7.0 °C | 4.5 °C | −17.9 °C | 91 |
| Feb | −6.6 °C | 5.3 °C | −17.5 °C | 83 |
| Mar | −3.1 °C | 9.3 °C | −14.2 °C | 95 |
| Apr | 0.3 °C | 13.0 °C | −10.6 °C | 110 |
| May | 4.4 °C | 17.3 °C | −5.9 °C | 174 |
| Jun | 8.0 °C | 20.7 °C | −2.3 °C | 175 |
| Jul | 9.8 °C | 21.7 °C | 0.6 °C | 196 |
| Aug | 9.5 °C | 21.1 °C | −0.3 °C | 192 |
| Sep | 5.6 °C | 16.5 °C | −3.6 °C | 132 |
| Oct | 1.8 °C | 13.1 °C | −8.0 °C | 118 |
| Nov | −3.2 °C | 8.7 °C | −13.3 °C | 104 |
| Dec | −6.1 °C | 4.9 °C | −16.8 °C | 116 |
| Year | 1.1 °C | 21.7 °C | −17.9 °C | 1588 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Plaffeien (22 km, 1042 m), Adelboden (22 km, 1321 m), Interlaken (25 km, 578 m), adjusted to the elevation of Stockhorn (2190 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Passes & summits
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- Weather Schilthorn (Piz Gloria) (27 km · 2970 m)
- Weather Männlichen (32 km · 2343 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Pohlern (3 km)
- Weather Stocken-Höfen (3 km)
- Weather Därstetten (4 km)
- Weather Uebeschi (4 km)
- Weather Erlenbach im Simmental (4 km)
- Weather Amsoldingen (5 km)
- Weather Thierachern (5 km)
- Weather Blumenstein (6 km)
Passes & summits Weather Pohlern
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Stockhorn
Is the Stockhorn open?
The Stockhorn 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 Stockhorn?
Expect about 10 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 2190 m is about 1.1 °C; the coldest month is January (−7.0 °C).
Can it snow at the Stockhorn 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 Stockhorn?
The warmest month in Stockhorn is July, averaging 9.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −7.0 °C.
How much does it rain in Stockhorn per year?
Stockhorn receives about 1588 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (196 mm), the driest February (83 mm).
When is the best time to visit Stockhorn?
For warmth and sunshine: July (9.8 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−7.0 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.