Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Interlaken in April
Interlaken warms up: highs climb to 56°F (13°C), from 47°F in March, with lows of 42°F (6°C) and about 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 65/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 56°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 4.1 in (103 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 21 min
- Comfort score
- 65/100 · Good
What April feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 56°F (13°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 42°F (6°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.1 in (103 mm).
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are September.
- Comfort improves from 52/100 in March to 65/100.
- Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 42°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Interlaken in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Trümmelbach Falls
Glacial falls thundering inside the mountain, reached by a tunnel lift.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Apr–Nov.
Restaurant Schuh
Classic Swiss restaurant and confectioner on the Höhematte park.
Why now April scores 65/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Jungfraujoch
Rail trip to Europe's highest railway station, with glacier views.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 4.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Rugenbräu
Local brewery in Matten bei Interlaken with tours and a shop.
Harder Kulm
Funicular to a viewpoint over Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, with Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau views.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in April
- Lucerne in April~33 mi · highs 59°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Andermatt in April~34 mi · highs 40°F, 4.4 in rain or snow · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Zermatt in April~47 mi · highs 44°F, 2.8 in rain · 6°C (12°F) cooler by day, drier
- Zurich in April~57 mi · highs 59°F, 3.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,854 m to Interlaken's ~569 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Interlaken in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Interlaken?
It's middling, scoring 65/100. The best months are September, at up to 82. Expect highs of 56°F (13°C) and 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain. Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Interlaken in April?
Average highs are 56°F (13°C) and average lows 42°F (6°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Interlaken in April?
Some: about 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 54.3 in (1379 mm).
What should I pack for Interlaken in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 42°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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