Grindelwald Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 May 2026 13:44 BST
Snow Forecast for Grindelwald
Snow and Weather from 12 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Grindelwald Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Grindelwald?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 12cm 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | 17cm 7in |
| Next 7 Days | 37cm 15in |
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Forecast for today in Grindelwald
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 1℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
12
up to 11cm up to 4in New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, snow showers then rain showers, fair later.
Snow Line from 1,835m 6,020ft to resort level ( 1,050m 3,445ft ).
Forecast times for Grindelwald are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,950m 9,678ft | -7℃ 19°F
+11cm +4in
| -3℃ 26°F
 | -7℃ 20°F
+8cm +3in
| -7℃ 20°F
 +3cm +1in
| -7℃ 19°F
+8cm +3in
| -5℃ 23°F
 +2cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
+1cm
|
| 2,000m 6,562ft | 1℃ 34°F
+12cm +5in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+6cm +2in
| 1℃ 34°F
+3cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+15cm +6in
| 3℃ 38°F
 +1cm
| 4℃ 40°F
|
| 1,050m 3,445ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 13℃ 54°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 12℃ 53°F
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| Snow Line | varying 1,835m 6,020ft | varying 1,958m 6,424ft | varying 1,788m 5,866ft | varying 1,665m 5,463ft | varying 2,358m 7,736ft | varying 2,127m 6,978ft | |
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 13℃ 54°F | 7℃ 45°F | 7℃ 45°F | 6℃ 42°F | 11℃ 51°F | 12℃ 53°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 35°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 37°F | 1℃ 34°F | 3℃ 37°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 35°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 Grindelwald
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jungfrau Region | 58cm 23in | 85cm 33in | |||||||
| Interlaken | 17cm 7in | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Beatenberg | 16cm 6in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Wengen | 13cm 5in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Engelberg | 15cm 6in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Adelboden | 13cm 5in | 24cm 10in | |||||||
| Lauterbrunnen | 13cm 5in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Mürren | 13cm 5in | 24cm 9in |
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.