Grindelwald Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 10 November 2026 02:47 GMT
Snow Forecast for Grindelwald
Snow and Weather from 10 November.
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 | 13 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm 2in |
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Forecast for today in Grindelwald
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 8℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
10
up to 4cm up to 2in New Snow
Light drizzle first, rain showers then cloudy, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,850m 9,350ft to 2,096m 6,877ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Grindelwald are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Tue 10 | Wed 11 | Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,950m 9,678ft | 0℃ 32°F
 +4cm +2in
| -1℃ 30°F
+1cm
| -2℃ 28°F
 +1cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +7cm +3in
| -6℃ 21°F
 | -7℃ 19°F
+1cm
| -4℃ 25°F
+8cm +3in
|
| 2,000m 6,562ft | 9℃ 48°F
 | 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 2℃ 36°F
+4cm +1in
| 4℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 36°F
+2cm +1in
|
| 1,050m 3,445ft | 14℃ 58°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 7℃ 44°F
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| Snow Line | varying 2,850m 9,350ft | varying 2,573m 8,442ft | varying 2,296m 7,533ft | varying 1,881m 6,171ft | varying 1,635m 5,364ft | varying 1,850m 6,070ft | |
| Max Town | 14℃ 58°F | 14℃ 57°F | 13℃ 56°F | 7℃ 44°F | 7℃ 44°F | 10℃ 50°F | 7℃ 44°F |
| Min Town | 8℃ 47°F | 7℃ 45°F | 6℃ 42°F | 0℃ 33°F | -1℃ 30°F | 3℃ 37°F | 5℃ 41°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 Grindelwald
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jungfrau Region | 9cm 3in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Engelberg | 9cm 4in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Lauterbrunnen | 10cm 4in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Mürren | 10cm 4in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Fiesch | 12cm 5in | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Adelboden | 3cm 1in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Bellwald | 8cm 3in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Interlaken | 2cm 1in | 13cm 5in |
How reliable is the snow in Grindelwald?
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.