Month guide · Interlaken · Switzerland
Interlaken in June
What June is really like in Interlaken: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
June is one of the best months to visit Interlaken. Expect average highs of 21°C (70°F), lows of 11°C (52°F), about 13 rainy days and roughly 15.8 hours of daylight. Most mountain railways and lower trails are open, waterfalls are at their strongest and wildflowers fill the meadows.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 21°C (70°F) / 11°C (52°F)
- Rainy days
- About 13
- Daylight
- About 15.8 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Interlaken: days average 21°C (70°F) against a yearly average high of 13°C (55°F), and nights fall to about 11°C (52°F). Rain falls on roughly 13 of its 30 days. Compared with May (18°C (64°F)), June is warmer; by July highs climb to around 23°C (73°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 05:34
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 21:24
- Daylight
- About 15.8 hours
Summer (June–August). Every lift and trail open, full waterfalls and lake swimming; busiest and priciest, with frequent afternoon storms.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 4 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: June is one of the pricier months.
Events in June
- Greenfield rock festival at the Interlaken airfield (usually June)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in June
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Experience · Grindelwald
Grindelwald First
A gondola climbs from Grindelwald to First at about 2,170 metres, where a cliff walkway clings to the rock face.
- Time needed
- Half a day to a full day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Kids
- Active
- Views
- Outdoors
Nature · Wilderswil
Schynige Platte
Strong hikers can take the panorama trail towards the Faulhorn and on to First, one of the classic ridge walks of the region.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Views
- Nature
- History
- Outdoors
Nature · Wengen
Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg trail
From the Männlichen cable-car station, a gentle trail of about 1.5 hours contours across the hillside to Kleine Scheidegg, facing the Eiger north face the whole way.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Outdoors
- Active
- Views
- Kids
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Experience · Lakes
Lake Brienz and Lake Thun boats
Most Swiss rail passes cover the scheduled boats; check before buying a separate ticket.
- Time needed
- 1–4 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Couples
- Kids
- Views
- Outdoors
What to pack
For highs near 21°C, lows near 11°C and 13 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Interlaken?
It is one of the best months to visit Interlaken. Most mountain railways and lower trails are open, waterfalls are at their strongest and wildflowers fill the meadows.
+How warm is Interlaken in June?
Average highs are around 21°C (70°F) and lows around 11°C (52°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Interlaken in June?
Expect rain on about 13 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.