Wirzweli Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Wirzweli
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This is the Snow Forecast for Wirzweli, Switzerland for 16 days from 13 February.
Updated 13 February 2025 06:31 PST.
| Next Snow Expected | 13 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 7in |
| Next 7 Days | 7in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Wirzweli.
Forecast for today in Wirzweli
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
2in to 3in New Snow
Light rain showers first, cloudy then snow, light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 4,688ft to resort level.
Powder Alert!
Updated 13 February 2025 10:42 PST
Powder Possible :- 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Wirzweli over the next 2 days.
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Wirzweli is reporting "wet".
Wirzweli Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 8in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 4in |
| Snow Conditions | Wet Snow |
| Last Snow | 31 January |
| Lifts Open | 3 Lifts |
Wirzweli 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SE F2 | |||||
| 5,577ft | 33°F
 +3in
| 20°F
 +4in
| 30°F
 | 36°F
| 34°F
| 40°F
 | 42°F
|
| SW F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 4,757ft | 36°F
+2in
| 23°F
+4in
| 33°F
| 39°F
| 36°F
| 40°F
| 43°F
|
| SW F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 3,937ft | 39°F
+2in
| 26°F
+4in
| 36°F
| 42°F
| 39°F
| 39°F
| 41°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 4,688ft | 3,937ft | |||||
| Max Town | 39°F | 26°F | 36°F | 42°F | 39°F | 39°F | 41°F |
| Min Town | 27°F | 21°F | 20°F | 31°F | 33°F | 30°F | 32°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.
Wirzweli 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
13
2in to 3in New Snow
Light rain showers first, cloudy then snow, light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 4,688ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
14
4in New Snow
Snow showers, light snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Freezing fog first, fair then clear sky, cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fair, clear sky later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Wirzweli, 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 Wirzweli, 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.
Wirzweli Snow Forecast updated at 06:31 PST, next update expected 12:00 PST.
Snow Forecast near Wirzweli
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engelberg | 9in | 11in | |||||||
| Unteriberg | 10in | 10in | |||||||
| Beckenried | 9in | 9in | |||||||
| Einsiedeln | 9in | 9in | |||||||
| Meiringen - Hasliberg | 8in | 8in | |||||||
| Andermatt | 5in | 6in | |||||||
| Bürglen | 5in | 5in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Wirzweli
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Wirzweli, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Wirzweli, 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 Wirzweli 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 Wirzweli 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 Wirzweli 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.