Engelberg Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Engelberg
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This is the Snow Forecast for Engelberg, Switzerland for 16 days from 25 May.
Updated 25 May 2025 17:31 BST.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Engelberg.
Forecast for today in Engelberg
Max 15℃ 60°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
25
up to 12cm up to 5in New Snow
Light rain, cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,679m 8,789ft to 1,969m 6,460ft , with rain below.
Engelberg has 24cm 10in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Engelberg Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 83cm 33in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Snow in last 24Hrs | +11cm +4in |
| Lifts Open | 10 Lifts |
Engelberg 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | Wed 28 | Thu 29 | Fri 30 | Sat 31 | |
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| Wind | W F3 | W F3 | NW F2 | ||||
| 3,020m 9,908ft | 2℃ 36°F
 +12cm +5in
| 0℃ 32°F
 +9cm +4in
| 1℃ 33°F
+3cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 7℃ 45°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
|
| SW F2 | W F2 | ||||||
| 2,010m 6,594ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 6℃ 42°F
 | 6℃ 44°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 14℃ 56°F
| 15℃ 58°F
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| 1,000m 3,281ft | 15℃ 60°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 20℃ 67°F
| 21℃ 69°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,679m 8,789ft | varying 2,409m 7,904ft | varying 2,189m 7,182ft | ||||
| Max Town | 15℃ 60°F | 13℃ 56°F | 13℃ 56°F | 17℃ 62°F | 16℃ 61°F | 20℃ 67°F | 21℃ 69°F |
| Min Town | 8℃ 46°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 48°F | 10℃ 49°F | 11℃ 51°F | 12℃ 54°F | 12℃ 54°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.
Engelberg 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 15℃ 60°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
25
up to 12cm up to 5in New Snow
Light rain, cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,679m 8,789ft to 1,969m 6,460ft , with rain below.
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
26
up to 9cm up to 4in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,409m 7,904ft to 2,219m 7,280ft , with rain below.
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
27
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Light rain, light rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,189m 7,182ft to 2,069m 6,788ft , with rain below.
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 10℃ 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 49°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
28
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain, cloudy later.
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 11℃ 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 51°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
29
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 20℃ 67°F
Min 12℃ 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ 54°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.
Max 21℃ 69°F
Min 12℃ 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ 54°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 69°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
31
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Engelberg, 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 Engelberg, 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.
Engelberg Snow Forecast updated at 17:31 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Engelberg
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grindelwald | 15cm 6in | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Disentis Sedrun | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Andermatt | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Goms / Obergoms | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Engelberg
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Engelberg, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Engelberg, 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 Engelberg 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 Engelberg 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 Engelberg 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.