Lac de Morat Water Temperature
Live water temperature, trend and forecasts
Current water temperature
22,3°C
pleasant waterLast measurement : 15.09.2026 06:00
24h trend
+0,3°
24h average
22,6°C
Nestled between the cantons of Fribourg and Vaud, Lake Murten is the smallest of the region's three lakes. It is also often the warmest: its shallow depth lets the water temperature climb quickly with the first warm days, making it one of the best early-season swimming spots in French-speaking Switzerland.
Murten beach, the lakeside pool and the shores of Avenches offer an ideal setting for a family swim. Check the live water temperature before you go, along with the forecast and the month-by-month historical averages.
7-day evolution
Daily average surface water temperatures.
Forecast
Predicted water temperatures for the coming days (simulation).
Tue 15.09
22,6°
Wed 16.09
22,4°
Thu 17.09
22,2°
Fri 18.09
22,1°
Average temperatures month by month
Historical averages of surface water temperature, computed over the period 1983–2024.
| Month | Average | Min – Max |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4,2°C | 3,6° – 5,2° |
| February | 3,4°C | 3,3° – 3,6° |
| March | 4,4°C | 3,5° – 5,7° |
| April | 8,2°C | 5,9° – 11,3° |
| May | 14,7°C | 11,5° – 17,5° |
| June | 19,8°C | 17,6° – 22,1° |
| July | 22,9°C | 22,3° – 23,7° |
| August | 22,7°C | 21,3° – 23,6° |
| September | 18,0°C | 15,3° – 21,1° |
| October | 12,9°C | 10,8° – 15,1° |
| November | 8,9°C | 7,4° – 10,7° |
| December | 6,1°C | 5,1° – 7,3° |
Lake location
Activities around Lac de Morat
Beaches, swimming and family outings around this lake.
Cruise on Lake Murten: the boat from Morat
What if Sunday's outing took place on the water? At the Morat landing stage, the boats of the LNM company set off towards the three lakes. Children aged 6 to 16 travel at half price, free on Saturdays, and under-6s pay nothing.
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Faoug Beach: the family-friendly and free swimming spot of Lake Murten
Want a simple and free day of swimming with the kids by Lake Murten? In Faoug, on the Vaud shore, a lovely sandy and grassy beach awaits you, right next to the small port and just a few minutes from the train station. Perfect for laying down your towel without breaking the bank.
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Meyriez Beach: family swimming by Lake Murten
What if you spent a relaxing day by the water, without a wallet to pull out? In Meyriez, on the southern shore of Lake Murten and just a stone's throw from the old town of Murten, the public beach welcomes you for free: grass to lay your blanket on, shade under the trees, and fresh water to splash around with the family.
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Montilier Beach: free family swimming at Lake Murten
Want a peaceful swim with the family on the north shore of Lake Murten? The Montilier Beach (Muntelier), just a stone's throw from Murten, welcomes you for free to a grassy area by the water, with a lovely view of the Vully. A little nature spot perfect for a stress-free day with the kids.
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Morat Beach (Pantschau): family swimming at Lake Morat
Want a day by the water with family? The Pantschau beach in Morat welcomes you by Lake Murten, just a stone's throw from the harbor and the medieval old town. A large lawn, a playground, a calm swimming area, and spots to picnic in the sun: everything is gathered for a wonderful summer outing.
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Morat Mini Golf: a game by the lake, at the foot of the old town
Looking for a simple and friendly outing with the family? The minigolf in Morat welcomes you outdoors, right by the lake and at the foot of the medieval old town. A relaxed game, an ice cream at the bistro, a stroll along the ramparts: enough to keep both young and old entertained for a lovely afternoon.
View listingFrequently asked questions
What is the water temperature of Lac de Morat today?
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Where does the temperature data come from?
Data provided by Alplakes (Eawag), Simstrat simulation model.
