Lake Neuchâtel
Lake Neuchâtel is a Swiss lake (Neuchâtel, Vaud, Fribourg, Bern) at 429 m, covering 218 km² with a maximum depth of 152 m. Typical winds: joran (NW), bise (NE), vent d'ouest. Main shores and access points: Neuchâtel, Yverdon-les-Bains, Estavayer-le-Lac, Grandson, Cudrefin, Portalban. 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 Neuchâtel: 1991–2020 normals
In Lake Neuchâtel (429 m), the mean annual temperature is 10.6 °C. The warmest month is July (19.9 °C on average) and the coldest January (1.9 °C). About 908 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (94 mm) with a minimum in February (53 mm). The sun shines for about 1805 hours a year, mostly in July (252 h). On average there are 71 frost days and 11 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 32.3 °C and the absolute minimum −7.4 °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 | 1.9 °C | 11.6 °C | −7.4 °C | 62 | 57 | 19 | 0 |
| Feb | 2.6 °C | 13.5 °C | −6.9 °C | 53 | 93 | 17 | 0 |
| Mar | 6.4 °C | 18.6 °C | −3.5 °C | 59 | 157 | 9 | 0 |
| Apr | 10.1 °C | 22.8 °C | −0.5 °C | 65 | 186 | 2 | 0 |
| May | 14.1 °C | 27.0 °C | 3.7 °C | 86 | 205 | 0 | 3 |
| Jun | 17.8 °C | 30.5 °C | 7.6 °C | 86 | 231 | 0 | 11 |
| Jul | 19.9 °C | 32.3 °C | 10.0 °C | 90 | 252 | 0 | 17 |
| Aug | 19.5 °C | 31.5 °C | 9.2 °C | 94 | 234 | 0 | 16 |
| Sep | 15.2 °C | 26.5 °C | 5.7 °C | 75 | 178 | 0 | 4 |
| Oct | 10.8 °C | 21.4 °C | 1.5 °C | 86 | 110 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov | 5.8 °C | 15.9 °C | −2.8 °C | 72 | 59 | 7 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.6 °C | 12.2 °C | −6.3 °C | 81 | 43 | 16 | 0 |
| Year | 10.6 °C | 32.3 °C | −7.4 °C | 908 | 1805 | 71 | 51 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Payerne (12 km, 490 m), Neuchâtel (14 km, 485 m), Chaumont (19 km, 1136 m), adjusted to the elevation of Lake Neuchâtel (429 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Frequently asked questions about the weather: Lake Neuchâtel
What is the wind like on Lake Neuchâtel today?
The “Wind on the lake” section shows hourly average wind speed, gusts and direction for the next 24 hours, computed over the lake (429 m).
Can you swim in Lake Neuchâtel?
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 Neuchâtel?
Characteristic winds: joran (NW), bise (NE), vent d'ouest. Storm warnings on Swiss lakes are signalled by flashing lights (40 flashes/min = caution, 90 = storm).
What is the warmest month in Lake Neuchâtel?
The warmest month in Lake Neuchâtel is July, averaging 19.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at 1.9 °C.
How much does it rain in Lake Neuchâtel per year?
Lake Neuchâtel receives about 908 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (94 mm), the driest February (53 mm).
When is the best time to visit Lake Neuchâtel?
For warmth and sunshine: July (19.9 °C on average, 252 h of sun). The coldest month is January (1.9 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.