Kandersteg, Switzerland: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Kandersteg, Switzerland? If you're planning to go to Kandersteg, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Kandersteg, Switzerland

Based on the climate and weather in Kandersteg, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

Important essentials for Kandersteg, Switzerland

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kandersteg, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can wear out. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a great kit.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Kandersteg, Switzerland by month

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January

January in Kandersteg is very cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with a few days below 0 F (10+ below zero C). There is frost nearly every day this month.

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February

February in Kandersteg can be extremely cold. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C), although night temperatures can dip into the single digits F (10+ below zero C).

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March

If you go to Kandersteg in March, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Expect it to rain or snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 40s F (single digits C). There is frost most days.

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April

April in Kandersteg is cold. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost about half of the time. It rains or snows about half of the time.

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May

May here is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. There is frost occasionally. It rains about half of the time.

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June

June in Kandersteg is crisp. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) to low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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July

In July, Kandersteg is mild. Temperatures routinely are in the 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Kandersteg, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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August

If you vacation in Kandersteg during August, you may see that it is crisp. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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September

If you visit Kandersteg during September, you may find that it is crisp. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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October

If you visit Kandersteg during October, you are likely to see that it is pretty cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. There is frost sometimes.

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November

November can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost about half of the time. It rains or snows a bit less than half of the time.

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December

In December, Kandersteg can be very chilly. Temperatures routinely are in the high 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Kandersteg, with several of the days of the month having rain. There is frost most days.

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