Grindelwald Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Grindelwald
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This is the Snow Forecast for Grindelwald, Switzerland for 16 days from 4 July.
Updated 04 July 2025 01:30 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Grindelwald.
Forecast for today in Grindelwald
Max 71°F
Min 60°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 60°F to daytime highs around 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Thunderstorms early, then clear spells later.
Grindelwald has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Grindelwald Snow Report
Snow report from Bellwald (15 miles from Grindelwald)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Ski area reported to be open, with 3 lifts running.
Grindelwald 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | |
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| Wind | NW F3 | NW F3 | |||||
| 9,678ft | 48°F
 | 51°F
| 45°F
 | 39°F
 +3in
| 28°F
+2in
| 50°F
| 56°F
 |
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 6,562ft | 60°F
| 62°F
| 55°F
| 47°F
 | 38°F
 | 62°F
| 68°F
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| 3,445ft | 71°F
| 75°F
| 69°F
 | 62°F
 | 56°F
| 71°F
| 76°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 8,199ft | varying 6,919ft | |||||
| Max Town | 71°F | 75°F | 69°F | 62°F | 56°F | 71°F | 76°F |
| Min Town | 60°F | 57°F | 54°F | 51°F | 50°F | 50°F | 55°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.
Grindelwald 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 71°F
Min 60°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 60°F to daytime highs around 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Thunderstorms early, then clear spells later.
Max 75°F
Min 57°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 57°F to daytime highs around 75°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 69°F
Min 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 69°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, light rain later.
Max 62°F
Min 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 51°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
up to 3in New Snow
Rain showers first, cloudy then thunderstorms, rain later.
Snow Line from 8,199ft to 7,051ft, with rain below.
Max 56°F
Min 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 50°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 2in New Snow
Rain showers first, light rain showers then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 6,919ft to 6,460ft, with rain below.
Max 71°F
Min 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 50°F to daytime highs around 71°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 76°F
Min 55°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 55°F to daytime highs around 76°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
This Snow Forecast for Grindelwald, 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 Grindelwald, 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.
Grindelwald Snow Forecast updated at 01:30 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Grindelwald
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interlaken | - | 6in | |||||||
| Jungfrau Region | - | 5in | |||||||
| Engelberg | - | 3in | |||||||
| Lauterbrunnen | - | 3in | |||||||
| Mürren | - | 3in | |||||||
| Fiesch | - | 1in |
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.