Niederrickenbach Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 14 May 2026 00:45 UTC
Snow Forecast for Niederrickenbach
Snow and Weather from 14 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Niederrickenbach Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Niederrickenbach?
| Next Snow Expected | 14 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 13cm 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 13cm 5in |
Forecast for today in Niederrickenbach
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
14
up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, light drizzle then light rain, fair later.
Snow Line from 1,756m 5,761ft to 1,371m 4,498ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Niederrickenbach are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | Tue 19 | Wed 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,000m 6,562ft | 1℃ 34°F
 +5cm +2in
| -1℃ 29°F
 +7cm +3in
| -1℃ 30°F
+6cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
 | 4℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 42°F
|
| 1,617m 5,303ft | 4℃ 38°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+6cm +2in
| 2℃ 35°F
+6cm +2in
| 5℃ 40°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 8℃ 46°F
|
| 1,233m 4,045ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+3cm +1in
| 8℃ 47°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 51°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,756m 5,761ft | varying 1,648m 5,407ft | varying 1,741m 5,712ft | ||||
| Max Town | 6℃ 42°F | 4℃ 40°F | 5℃ 41°F | 8℃ 47°F | 10℃ 51°F | 9℃ 49°F | 11℃ 51°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 34°F | -2℃ 29°F | 0℃ 32°F | -2℃ 28°F | 1℃ 33°F | 4℃ 39°F | 6℃ 42°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.
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Snow Forecast near Niederrickenbach
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engelberg | 12cm 5in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Meiringen - Hasliberg | 14cm 6in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Bürglen | 15cm 6in | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Beckenried | 15cm 6in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Unteriberg | 14cm 6in | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Disentis Sedrun | 10cm 4in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Andermatt | 8cm 3in | 11cm 4in |
Snow Reliability
Niederrickenbach typically enjoys good snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 100-150 cm during peak season. Snowfall is consistent, but checking the latest conditions on J2Ski is recommended for the most accurate updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Niederrickenbach
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Niederrickenbach, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Niederrickenbach, 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 Niederrickenbach 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 Niederrickenbach 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 Niederrickenbach 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.