Wengen Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 13 May 2026 08:45 BST
Snow Forecast for Wengen
Snow and Weather from 13 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Wengen Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Wengen?
| Next Snow Expected | 14 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 7cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm 6in |
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Forecast for today in Wengen
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
13
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then clear spells, rain showers later.
Forecast times for Wengen are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | Tue 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,320m 7,612ft | 1℃ 34°F
| -2℃ 28°F
 +3cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
 +5cm +2in
| -4℃ 25°F
+4cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
 | 2℃ 36°F
 | 4℃ 40°F
|
| 1,785m 5,856ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+4cm +2in
| 1℃ 33°F
+8cm +3in
| 4℃ 40°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 8℃ 47°F
|
| 1,250m 4,101ft | 11℃ 52°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 14℃ 57°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,681m 5,515ft | varying 1,881m 6,171ft | varying 1,819m 5,968ft | varying 1,758m 5,768ft | varying 2,096m 6,877ft | ||
| Max Town | 11℃ 52°F | 6℃ 42°F | 5℃ 41°F | 5℃ 41°F | 10℃ 50°F | 12℃ 53°F | 14℃ 57°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 34°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 34°F | -1℃ 30°F | 1℃ 33°F | 4℃ 39°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 Wengen
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jungfrau Region | 29cm 11in | 63cm 25in | |||||||
| Interlaken | 10cm 4in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Grindelwald | 13cm 5in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Beatenberg | 8cm 3in | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Kandersteg | 12cm 5in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Adelboden | 9cm 4in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Lauterbrunnen | 9cm 3in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Mürren | 9cm 3in | 13cm 5in |
Snow Reliability
Wengen typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 60-120 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, including current snowfall and snowmelt, check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Wengen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Wengen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Wengen, 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 Wengen 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 Wengen 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 Wengen 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.