Wengen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Wengen
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This is the Snow Forecast for Wengen, Switzerland for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 15:40 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 40cm 16in |
| Next 7 Days | 40cm 16in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Wengen.
Forecast for today in Wengen
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, rain showers later.
Powder Alert!
Updated 15 April 2025 15:40 BST
Powder Possible :- 28cm 11in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Wengen over the next 2 days.
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Wengen Snow Report
Snow report from Lauterbrunnen (near Wengen)
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Wengen 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | ||||||
| 2,320m 7,612ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 2℃ 35°F
 +11cm +4in
| 2℃ 35°F
+29cm +11in
| 4℃ 38°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 39°F
|
| 1,785m 5,856ft | 9℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+6cm +3in
| 2℃ 35°F
+22cm +9in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 10℃ 50°F
 | 11℃ 52°F
| 7℃ 44°F
|
| 1,250m 4,101ft | 13℃ 56°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 +2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
+21cm +8in
| 10℃ 49°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 15℃ 58°F
| 12℃ 53°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,119m 6,952ft | varying 2,259m 7,411ft | varying 1,689m 5,541ft | ||||
| Max Town | 13℃ 56°F | 9℃ 48°F | 5℃ 41°F | 10℃ 49°F | 16℃ 60°F | 15℃ 58°F | 12℃ 53°F |
| Min Town | 6℃ 43°F | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 31°F | 4℃ 39°F | 6℃ 42°F | 8℃ 46°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.
Wengen 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 13℃ 56°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, rain showers later.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
2cm to 11cm 1in to 4in New Snow
Rain showers first, light rain showers then rain, light snow later.
Snow Line from 2,119m 6,952ft to resort level.
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
21cm to 29cm 8in to 11in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,259m 7,411ft to resort level.
Max 10℃ 49°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, fog later.
Max 16℃ 60°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 15℃ 58°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, thunderstorms later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Wengen, 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 Wengen, 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.
Wengen Snow Forecast updated at 15:40 BST, next update expected 18:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Wengen
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiesch | 120cm 47in | 125cm 49in | |||||||
| Goms / Obergoms | 94cm 37in | 102cm 40in | |||||||
| Bellwald | 85cm 34in | 93cm 36in | |||||||
| Interlaken | 62cm 24in | 73cm 29in | |||||||
| Jungfrau Region | 68cm 27in | 69cm 27in | |||||||
| Mürren | 55cm 22in | 61cm 24in | |||||||
| Grindelwald | 55cm 22in | 59cm 23in | |||||||
| Lauterbrunnen | 48cm 19in | 55cm 22in |
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.