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.
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.
Weather & Climate near Burgäschisee #
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.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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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.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.