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Jungfrau Region Snow Forecast - 18th May 2026

Jungfrau Region Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 18 May 2026 19:40 UTC

Snow Forecast for Jungfrau Region

Snow and Weather from 18 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Jungfrau Region Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Jungfrau Region?

Jungfrau Region Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Next Snow Expected18 May
Next Snow Amount 5cm 2in
Next 48 Hours 6cm 2in
Next 7 Days 6cm 2in
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Forecast for today in Jungfrau Region

Max 3℃ 36°F
Min -2℃ 28°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 3℃ 36°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Mon
18

2cm to 10cm 1in to 4in New Snow

CloudMixedLight SnowSnow

Cloudy first, clear spells then light snow, snow showers later.

Snow Line from 954m 3,130ft to resort level ( 800m 2,625ft ).

Forecast times for Jungfrau Region are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Jungfrau Region from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Wind
2,971m 9,747ft
-12℃ 11°F
Mixed
+10cm +4in
-8℃ 17°F
Mixed
-8℃ 18°F
Mixed
+3cm +1in
-4℃ 25°F
Mixed
-2℃ 28°F
Mixed
-1℃ 31°F
Mixed
0℃ 33°F
Mixed
1,885m 6,186ft
-5℃ 24°F
Mixed
+5cm +2in
-1℃ 30°F
Mixed
-1℃ 31°F
Mixed
+1cm
3℃ 37°F
Mixed
5℃ 41°F
Mixed
6℃ 43°F
Mixed
8℃ 46°F
Mixed
800m 2,625ft
3℃ 36°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
6℃ 42°F
Cloud
7℃ 44°F
Light Snow
10℃ 50°F
Mixed
12℃ 54°F
Clear
13℃ 56°F
Clear
15℃ 58°F
Clear
Snow Line

varying 954m 3,130ft
to 800m 2,625ft

varying 1,277m 4,190ft
to 1,200m 3,937ft

varying 1,569m 5,148ft
to 877m 2,877ft

Max Town 3℃ 36°F 6℃ 42°F 7℃ 44°F 10℃ 50°F 12℃ 54°F 13℃ 56°F 15℃ 58°F
Min Town -2℃ 28°F -6℃ 22°F 2℃ 35°F -2℃ 29°F 3℃ 37°F 3℃ 38°F 4℃ 40°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.

Snow Forecast near Jungfrau Region

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Jungfrau Region
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayMoTuWeThFrSaSu
Lauterbrunnen 8cm 3in 8cm 3in
Mürren 7cm 3in 7cm 3in
Interlaken 6cm 2in 6cm 2in
Grindelwald 5cm 2in 5cm 2in
Wengen 3cm 1in 3cm 1in
Bellwald 2cm 1in 2cm 1in
Fiesch 2cm 1in 2cm 1in
Adelboden 1cm - 1cm -

Snow Reliability

The Jungfrau Region typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths reaching up to 3 meters in peak season. Find the latest snow information on J2Ski for up-to-date details on snowfall and conditions.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Jungfrau Region

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Jungfrau Region, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Jungfrau Region, 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 Jungfrau Region 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 Jungfrau Region 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 Jungfrau Region 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.