July · Switzerland
Best time to visit Bern in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bern in July
Average temperature 20°C, 97 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
8.3/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 97 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Bern scores 8.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 20°C, 97 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bern's arcaded old town loops around the Aare river, with a clock tower, bears and Switzerland's capital status.
July: the best month of the year in Bern
July averages 20°C (67°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rainfall runs 97 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 15.3 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Bern at 8.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bern in July?
- In July, Bern averages 20°C, 97 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Bern?
- July earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bern in July?
- Expect about 97 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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