Grindelwald Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Grindelwald
This is the Snow Forecast for Grindelwald, Switzerland for 16 days from 13 November.
Updated 13 November 2025 06:33 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Grindelwald.
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Grindelwald Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Grindelwald?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 8cm 3in |
| Book Ski School | Book Lessons Supreme |
Forecast for today in Grindelwald
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.
Grindelwald has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Grindelwald Snow Report
Snow report from Lauterbrunnen (near Grindelwald)
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Opens:1 Dec |
|---|
The ski area is reported to be closed.
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | SE F3 | |||||
| 2,950m 9,678ft | 4℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 | 0℃ 33°F
| -1℃ 31°F
 +3cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
 +5cm +2in
| 0℃ 33°F
| -1℃ 31°F
|
| S F2 | S F2 | ||||||
| 2,000m 6,562ft | 11℃ 52°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
| 8℃ 46°F
| 5℃ 41°F
|
| 1,050m 3,445ft | 14℃ 57°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 14℃ 56°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 6℃ 42°F
 | 5℃ 42°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,419m 7,936ft | varying 2,039m 6,690ft | |||||
| Max Town | 14℃ 57°F | 14℃ 57°F | 14℃ 56°F | 10℃ 49°F | 8℃ 47°F | 6℃ 42°F | 5℃ 42°F |
| Min Town | 6℃ 43°F | 5℃ 41°F | 7℃ 44°F | 7℃ 45°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 36°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Grindelwald Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 14℃ 56°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, fog later.
Max 10℃ 49°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, fog, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,419m 7,936ft to 2,339m 7,674ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light rain showers, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,039m 6,690ft to 1,369m 4,491ft , with rain below.
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then clear sky later.
Max 5℃ 42°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, fog later.
This Snow Forecast for Grindelwald, Switzerland gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Grindelwald, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Grindelwald Snow Forecast updated at 06:33 UTC, next update expected 09:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Grindelwald
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jungfrau Region | - | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Mürren | - | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Lauterbrunnen | - | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Engelberg | - | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Fiesch | 1cm - | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Interlaken | - | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Bellwald | - | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Adelboden | - | 8cm 3in |
Snow Reliability
Grindelwald typically enjoys reliable snow cover from December to April, with average depths of 100 cm or more. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for updated information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Grindelwald
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Grindelwald, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Grindelwald, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Grindelwald is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Grindelwald will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Grindelwald for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.