Dreispitz

Mountain Alpine peak in Bernese Oberland popular with climbers

A mountain summit in the Canton of Bern with marked hiking routes and alpine pastures. Visitors come for day hikes, panoramic views and seasonal wildflower meadows.

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Dreispitz
Dreispitz, Bernese Oberland region, Canton of Bern, Switzerland
46.5928, 7.7596

How to Get to Dreispitz #

Nearest access points are by regional roads and mountain train connections in the Bernese Oberland. Use local transport hubs such as Interlaken or Meiringen and then local buses or cableways to approach trailheads; specific routes depend on chosen ascent.

Tips for Visiting Dreispitz #

  • If climbing, check alpine route conditions and secure proper equipment; many routes on the Dreispitz are technical.
  • From nearby valleys, the mountain's black horned silhouette is best seen at dawn when light scours the ridges.
  • Use local alpine huts as staging points - they offer both shelter and route beta.

Best Time to Visit Dreispitz #

Best in summer for hiking and climbing; winter ascents require alpine experience.

Summer
June-September · 5-20°C
Best for hiking and climbing; snow mostly cleared from routes.
Autumn
September-October · 0-12°C
Crisp air and clearer views; early snow possible at higher elevations.
Winter/Spring
November-May · -10-5°C
Winter conditions require mountaineering experience; avalanche risk may be present.

Weather & Climate near Dreispitz #

Climate

Dreispitz's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 13°C. Abundant rainfall (1311 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-26°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -2°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
13.4h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.6h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

29 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6° -1°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

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