Burgäschisee

Lake Small lake in Canton Bern popular for recreation

Burgäschisee in Canton Bern is a small lake with walking paths, informal swimming spots and reed margins. Locals and visitors use it for short hikes, picnics and birdwatching.

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Burgäschisee
47.1698, 7.6685

How to Get to Burgäschisee #

Burgäschisee lies near the villages of Seeberg and Balm bei Günsberg in the Canton of Bern. Regional roads connect from Solothurn; local bus services run from Solothurn to nearby stops (check regional PostAuto timetables). The walk from the nearest parking area or bus stop to the lake is typically under 15 minutes.

Tips for Visiting Burgäschisee #

  • Walk the perimeter path for changing views-the colours of the water shift with cloud and sun.
  • Bring waterproofs: mountain cloud can roll down and make the tracks slick.
  • If staying locally, look for the small public beaches on the lake's north shore for quiet swimming in summer.

Best Time to Visit Burgäschisee #

Best in late spring through early autumn for access and pleasant temperatures; winter can be icy with limited services.

Summer
June-August · 15-25°C
Warmest weather; the lake is pleasant for swimming and picnics.
Autumn
September-October · 8-16°C
Leaf fall and mirror-like water, fewer visitors.

Weather & Climate near Burgäschisee #

Climate

Burgäschisee's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1084 mm/year), wettest in June.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-20°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (121 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

121 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.7h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 24°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 23°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.3h daylight

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