Männliflue

Mountain Alpine summit in the Bernese Oberland

A peak in the Bernese Alps, Männliflue attracts hikers and climbers with alpine trails, rock faces and broad valley views.

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Männliflue
46.5513, 7.5467

How to Get to Männliflue #

Männliflue lies in the Bernese Oberland region. The usual approach is from the valley villages served by the regional rail and PostBus network: travel to Meiringen or Adelboden, then use local buses or mountain roads to reach a trailhead. From the nearest village trailheads the ridge is usually a day-hike; check local maps and alpine route guides for exact approach trails and estimated times.

Tips for Visiting Männliflue #

  • Check local mountain-weather forecasts before heading up; conditions can change rapidly even on a short hike.
  • Wear solid hiking boots - trails are narrow and rocky; gaiters help if the scree is fresh.
  • Photographers: the dawn light on the ridge brings out the rock faces; aim for early-morning access to avoid afternoon storms.

Best Time to Visit Männliflue #

Visit in the alpine summer for hiking and stable weather; late spring and early autumn offer fewer crowds but more variable conditions.

Summer
June-August · 5-18°C (alpine)
Best for clear ridgeline hiking; wildflowers at lower elevations early in the season.
Autumn
September-October · -2-10°C
Crisp air and clearer views; early snow possible at higher elevations.

Weather & Climate near Männliflue #

Climate

Männliflue's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -9°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1388 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

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

January

January is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

29 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -3°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

121 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

29 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-9° -4°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

33 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-8° -3°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -1°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
13.4h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

July

July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

August

August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

October

October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (130 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

27 Poor

Comfort

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

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

27 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -2°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
6.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

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