Interlaken Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Interlaken
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This is the Snow Forecast for Interlaken, Switzerland for 16 days from 9 January.
Updated 09 January 2025 02:40 PST.
Next Snow Expected | 9 January |
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Next Snow Amount | 1in |
Next 48 Hours | 11in |
Next 7 Days | 11in |
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Forecast for today in Interlaken
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
09
up to 3in New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then light rain showers, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 6,329ft to 2,031ft, with rain below.
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Updated 09 January 2025 02:44 PST
Powder Possible :- 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Interlaken over the next 2 days.
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Interlaken is reporting "wet".
Interlaken Snow Report
Upper Snow Depths | 8in |
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Lower Snow Depths | 4in |
Snow Conditions | Wet Snow |
Last Snow | 3 January |
Interlaken 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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Thu 09 | Fri 10 | Sat 11 | Sun 12 | Mon 13 | Tue 14 | Wed 15 | |
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Wind | |||||||
9,747ft | 23°F
+3in
| 6°F
+4in
| 7°F
+5in
| 0°F
| 9°F
| 27°F
| 27°F
|
SW F2 | |||||||
5,804ft | 38°F
+1in
| 24°F
+2in
| 25°F
+3in
| 18°F
| 31°F
| 34°F
| 33°F
|
1,860ft | 51°F
| 34°F
+1in
| 34°F
+1in
| 27°F
| 36°F
| 41°F
| 43°F
|
Snow Line | varying 6,329ft | varying 5,640ft | varying 2,195ft | ||||
Max Town | 51°F | 34°F | 34°F | 27°F | 36°F | 41°F | 43°F |
Min Town | 34°F | 32°F | 24°F | 18°F | 17°F | 23°F | 29°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 at a glance
Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed |
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Snow to 2,031ft | Snow to resort | Snow to resort |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Interlaken.
Interlaken 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
09
up to 3in New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then light rain showers, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 6,329ft to 2,031ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
10
1in to 4in New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 5,640ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
11
1in to 5in New Snow
Light snow first, snow showers then light snow showers, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,195ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
12
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
13
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
14
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Interlaken, 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 Interlaken, 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.
Interlaken Snow Forecast updated at 02:40 PST, next update expected 05:00 PST.
Snow Forecast near Interlaken
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Interlaken
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Interlaken, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Interlaken, 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 Interlaken is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, 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 Interlaken 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 Interlaken 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.