About Engelberg
Engelberg is a Swiss municipality located in the canton of Obwalden (OW), at 46.862° latitude and 8.371° longitude. The municipality is part of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Also known as Engelberg, Engelberg benefits from precise weather monitoring with hourly and 15-day forecasts.
Climate of Engelberg
The climate in Engelberg is characteristic of the central Alps, pronounced alpine climate with heavy winter snowfall. Temperatures, precipitation and wind conditions vary throughout the year with local features linked to altitude and surrounding terrain. Our data comes from official weather stations and real-time Netatmo sensors for Engelberg and neighboring municipalities.
On this page you will find the detailed weather forecast for Engelberg: current temperature, 48-hour hourly forecast, 15-day forecast, air quality, UV index, wind, precipitation and weather alerts. Updated hourly.
Climate of Engelberg: 1991–2020 normals
In Engelberg (1002 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.2 °C. The warmest month is July (15.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.6 °C). About 1542 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (188 mm) with a minimum in February (87 mm). The sun shines for about 1378 hours a year, mostly in July (164 h). On average there are 129 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.6 °C and the absolute minimum −13.0 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Sunshine (h) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −0.6 °C | 11.8 °C | −13.0 °C | 94 | 51 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.3 °C | 11.7 °C | −12.4 °C | 87 | 92 | 24 | 0 |
| Mar | 2.8 °C | 15.4 °C | −9.2 °C | 101 | 128 | 19 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.3 °C | 18.9 °C | −5.2 °C | 114 | 146 | 10 | 0 |
| May | 10.3 °C | 23.3 °C | −0.1 °C | 159 | 147 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 13.7 °C | 26.9 °C | 3.2 °C | 171 | 158 | 0 | 5 |
| Jul | 15.4 °C | 27.6 °C | 6.0 °C | 188 | 164 | 0 | 7 |
| Aug | 15.3 °C | 26.8 °C | 5.6 °C | 187 | 157 | 0 | 5 |
| Sep | 11.7 °C | 22.8 °C | 2.1 °C | 122 | 131 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 8.3 °C | 20.7 °C | −2.0 °C | 105 | 112 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.5 °C | 16.2 °C | −7.9 °C | 103 | 61 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.3 °C | 12.3 °C | −11.6 °C | 111 | 31 | 26 | 0 |
| Year | 7.2 °C | 27.6 °C | −13.0 °C | 1542 | 1378 | 129 | 18 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Engelberg (5 km, 1036 m), Titlis (11 km, 3045 m), Pilatus (16 km, 2105 m), adjusted to the elevation of Engelberg (1002 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby cities
Check the weather of cities near Engelberg:
- Weather Dallenwil
- Weather Sachseln
- Weather Kerns
- Weather Wolfenschiessen
- Weather Stans
- Weather Oberdorf (NW)
- Weather Beckenried
- Weather Sarnen
- Weather Attinghausen
- Weather Buochs
- Weather Ennetmoos
- Weather Isenthal
→ Nearby cities · Canton Obwalden
⛷️ Ski resorts in this municipality: Engelberg-Titlis
Frequently asked questions about weather in Engelberg
What is the weather in Engelberg today?
At the top of the page you will find the current temperature, precipitation and wind in Engelberg, updated in real time.
What is the 15-day forecast for Engelberg?
The "15-day forecast" section shows min/max temperatures, precipitation and wind expected for the next 15 days in Engelberg.
Will it rain tomorrow in Engelberg?
Check the 48-hour hourly forecast to see exactly when precipitation is expected in Engelberg.
What is the air quality in Engelberg?
The air quality section displays the AQI index and PM2.5, PM10 and ozone concentrations measured near Engelberg.
Are there weather alerts for Engelberg?
Weather alerts (storms, high winds, extreme temperatures) are shown as a banner at the top of the page when active.
At what altitude is Engelberg located?
Engelberg sits at around 1002 m above sea level in the canton of Obwalden. This elevation directly affects the temperatures, rain-snow line and snow cover shown in the forecasts.
What is the warmest month in Engelberg?
The warmest month in Engelberg is July, averaging 15.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Engelberg per year?
Engelberg receives about 1542 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (188 mm), the driest February (87 mm).
When is the best time to visit Engelberg?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.4 °C on average, 164 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.