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

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Traveling to Wengen, Switzerland? If you're planning to go to Wengen, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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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 Wengen, Switzerland

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

Important essentials for Wengen, Switzerland

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

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  • Travel insurance

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  • Kids' KN95 masks

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


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly choice.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.

General health necessities

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

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January

If you are traveling to Wengen in January, you will notice that it is beyond freezing. Expect it to snow a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C).

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February

If you go to Wengen in February, you will notice that it can be bitter cold. Expect it to snow once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C).

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March

If you go to Wengen in March, you will notice that it can be bitter cold. Expect it to snow regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C).

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April

If you are traveling to Wengen in April, you will notice that it is biting cold and somewhat snowy. Expect it to snow 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C).

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May

If you go to Wengen in May, you will notice that it is very cold and somewhat snowy. Expect it to snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

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June

June in this region can be extremely cold and somewhat snowy. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It snows about half of the time.

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July

In July, Wengen is brisk and very snowy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Wengen, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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August

In August, Wengen is frosty and somewhat snowy. Temperatures routinely are in the 30s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). This is also a rainy time for Wengen, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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September

September in Wengen is frigid and somewhat snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It snows about a third of the time.

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October

October in Wengen is unbearably cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It snows about a third of the time.

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November

If you are traveling to Wengen in November, you will notice that it is biting cold. Expect it to snow occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C).

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December

If you go to Wengen in December, you will notice that it can be dangerously cold. Expect it to snow occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the 10s F (single digits below 0 C).

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Activities for Wengen, Switzerland

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Wengen.

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