Giswil Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Giswil
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This is the Snow Forecast for Giswil, Switzerland for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 09:37 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 17 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10in |
| Next 48 Hours | 18in |
| Next 7 Days | 18in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Giswil.
Forecast for today in Giswil
Max 57°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 5,148ft to 4,590ft, with rain below.
Giswil has 18in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | ||||||
| 6,070ft | 43°F
 +1in
| 28°F
 +16in
| 37°F
+1in
| 51°F
 | 50°F
 | 45°F
| 50°F
 |
| 3,822ft | 51°F
| 35°F
 +10in
| 46°F
| 58°F
| 60°F
| 50°F
| 55°F
|
| 1,575ft | 57°F
| 44°F
| 50°F
| 64°F
| 67°F
| 60°F
| 65°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 5,148ft | varying 4,557ft | varying 4,754ft | ||||
| Max Town | 57°F | 44°F | 50°F | 64°F | 67°F | 60°F | 65°F |
| Min Town | 45°F | 33°F | 41°F | 44°F | 50°F | 49°F | 51°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.
Giswil 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 57°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 5,148ft to 4,590ft, with rain below.
Max 44°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 16in New Snow
Rain early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 4,557ft to 2,851ft, with rain below.
Max 50°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 1in New Snow
Light rain, cloudy, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 4,754ft to 3,999ft, with rain below.
Max 64°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.
Max 67°F
Min 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 50°F to daytime highs around 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 60°F
Min 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 49°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 65°F
Min 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 51°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
This Snow Forecast for Giswil, 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 Giswil, on any given trail 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.
Giswil Snow Forecast updated at 09:37 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Giswil
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andermatt | 29in | 35in | |||||||
| Interlaken | 27in | 30in | |||||||
| Grindelwald | 23in | 29in | |||||||
| Engelberg | 23in | 25in | |||||||
| Wengen | 20in | 20in | |||||||
| Beckenried | 14in | 14in | |||||||
| Bürglen | 7in | 7in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Giswil
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Giswil, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Giswil, 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 Giswil 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 Giswil 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 Giswil 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.