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When to go · Interlaken

Interlaken in January

Great month. Inside Interlaken's best window: Jun–Sep for hiking and lakes; Dec–Mar for snow.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
3°C / −3°C
average high / low
Rain days
10
Crowds
Medium
Switzerland overall
Prices
High
Switzerland overall

Verdict

GreatBest and avoid months for Interlaken

Inside Interlaken's best window: Jun–Sep for hiking and lakes; Dec–Mar for snow.

Weather in January

Long-term averages
  • InterlakenHighs around 3 °C, lows around -3 °C, rain on about 10 days
  • Bernese and central Alps, Switzerland · Interlaken, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Engelbergbest weather

    Skiing late December to early April ('best' in winter means snow); hiking late June to early October. Afternoon storms in July–August.

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Switzerland overall
Medium
Prices · Switzerland overall
High

Switzerland overall: Prime ski month with cold, clear days; Plateau cities foggy; WEF closes Davos mid-month.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

What to pack

  • A warm coat, hat and gloves for mornings and evenings
  • A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast

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