Lake Lungern
Lake Lungern is a Swiss lake (Obwalden) at 689 m, covering 2 km² with a maximum depth of 68 m. Typical winds: Föhn, Talwind. Main shores and access points: Lungern, Bürglen OW, Kaiserstuhl OW. The weather above is computed over the middle of the lake; the “Wind on the lake” section details hourly speed, gusts and direction — for sailing, windsurfing, paddling, fishing or swimming.
Climate of Lake Lungern: 1991–2020 normals
In Lake Lungern (689 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.5 °C. The warmest month is July (17.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.8 °C). About 1380 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (179 mm) with a minimum in February (74 mm). On average there are 101 frost days and 6 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 30.0 °C and the absolute minimum −11.8 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −0.8 °C | 11.3 °C | −11.8 °C | 84 | 25 | 0 |
| Feb | 0.4 °C | 12.3 °C | −10.6 °C | 74 | 22 | 0 |
| Mar | 4.5 °C | 17.6 °C | −6.8 °C | 87 | 14 | 0 |
| Apr | 8.5 °C | 21.5 °C | −2.8 °C | 93 | 4 | 0 |
| May | 12.5 °C | 25.8 °C | 1.3 °C | 142 | 0 | 4 |
| Jun | 15.8 °C | 29.3 °C | 5.2 °C | 153 | 0 | 10 |
| Jul | 17.4 °C | 30.0 °C | 8.0 °C | 166 | 0 | 14 |
| Aug | 16.9 °C | 29.2 °C | 7.2 °C | 179 | 0 | 12 |
| Sep | 13.3 °C | 24.5 °C | 3.2 °C | 111 | 0 | 2 |
| Oct | 9.1 °C | 21.3 °C | −1.2 °C | 95 | 2 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.0 °C | 17.2 °C | −6.4 °C | 97 | 12 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.0 °C | 12.6 °C | −10.5 °C | 100 | 23 | 0 |
| Year | 8.5 °C | 30.0 °C | −11.8 °C | 1380 | 101 | 42 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Meiringen (6 km, 589 m), Engelberg (19 km, 1036 m), Titlis (20 km, 3045 m), adjusted to the elevation of Lake Lungern (689 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Swiss lakes
- Weather Lake Sarnen (10 km · 469 m)
- Weather Lake Brienz (16 km · 564 m)
- Weather Lake Lucerne (32 km · 434 m)
- Weather Lake Thun (36 km · 558 m)
- Weather Lake Sempach (39 km · 504 m)
- Weather Lake Zug (45 km · 413 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Lungern (2 km)
- Weather Hasliberg (4 km)
- Weather Brienzwiler (5 km)
- Weather Giswil (6 km)
- Weather Hofstetten bei Brienz (6 km)
- Weather Meiringen (6 km)
- Weather Schwanden bei Brienz (8 km)
- Weather Sachseln (11 km)
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Lake Lungern
What is the wind like on Lake Lungern today?
The “Wind on the lake” section shows hourly average wind speed, gusts and direction for the next 24 hours, computed over the lake (689 m).
Can you swim in Lake Lungern?
In summer (June to September) lowland lakes usually reach 18–24 °C at the surface; there are many public beaches and lidos. Check the air temperature, sunshine and UV index above to pick your slot.
What are the typical winds on Lake Lungern?
Characteristic winds: Föhn, Talwind. Storm warnings on Swiss lakes are signalled by flashing lights (40 flashes/min = caution, 90 = storm).
What is the warmest month in Lake Lungern?
The warmest month in Lake Lungern is July, averaging 17.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.8 °C.
How much does it rain in Lake Lungern per year?
Lake Lungern receives about 1380 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (179 mm), the driest February (74 mm).
When is the best time to visit Lake Lungern?
For warmth and sunshine: July (17.4 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.8 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.