Engelberg-Titlis ski resort
Engelberg-Titlis is a ski resort in the canton of Obwalden, in the municipality of Engelberg. The village sits at 1000 m and the ski area tops out at 3020 m (Titlis (Klein Titlis)), a vertical drop of 2020 m. The forecast at the top of the page is computed for the village altitude; the “Summit weather” section gives temperature, snow, wind and freezing level at 3020 m.
Snow and season in Engelberg-Titlis
Above 1000 m expect reliable winter snow and cool nights even in summer; ideal for skiing and hiking.
To judge conditions, compare the snow line (≈ 300 m below the freezing level) with the village (1000 m) and the slopes (3020 m); above 50–60 km/h of summit wind, exposed lifts may close; a warm front lifts the freezing level within hours, a cold front brings snow down to the valley.
Climate of Engelberg-Titlis: 1991–2020 normals
In Engelberg-Titlis (1000 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.1 °C. The warmest month is July (15.5 °C on average) and the coldest January (−1.1 °C). About 1551 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (196 mm) with a minimum in February (80 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 28.1 °C and the absolute minimum −13.6 °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 | −1.1 °C | 11.6 °C | −13.6 °C | 88 | 51 | 27 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.6 °C | 11.4 °C | −13.0 °C | 80 | 92 | 24 | 0 |
| Mar | 2.7 °C | 15.8 °C | −9.5 °C | 97 | 128 | 19 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.4 °C | 19.6 °C | −5.3 °C | 111 | 146 | 10 | 0 |
| May | 10.4 °C | 24.0 °C | −0.1 °C | 164 | 147 | 1 | 1 |
| Jun | 13.8 °C | 27.5 °C | 3.2 °C | 177 | 158 | 0 | 5 |
| Jul | 15.5 °C | 28.1 °C | 6.0 °C | 196 | 164 | 0 | 7 |
| Aug | 15.3 °C | 27.2 °C | 5.6 °C | 194 | 157 | 0 | 5 |
| Sep | 11.6 °C | 23.0 °C | 2.0 °C | 127 | 131 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 8.0 °C | 20.6 °C | −2.2 °C | 109 | 112 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.0 °C | 16.2 °C | −8.4 °C | 101 | 61 | 16 | 0 |
| Dec | −0.2 °C | 12.1 °C | −12.2 °C | 106 | 31 | 26 | 0 |
| Year | 7.1 °C | 28.1 °C | −13.6 °C | 1551 | 1378 | 129 | 18 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Engelberg (2 km, 1036 m), Titlis (5 km, 3045 m), Altdorf (16 km, 438 m), adjusted to the elevation of Engelberg-Titlis (1000 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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- Weather Rigi (25 km · 1440–1797 m)
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Frequently asked questions about the weather in Engelberg-Titlis
How high is Engelberg-Titlis?
The village of Engelberg-Titlis is at 1000 m and the ski area rises to 3020 m (Titlis (Klein Titlis)), a vertical drop of 2020 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Engelberg-Titlis?
Expect about 12 °C less at the summit (3020 m) than in the village (1000 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 3020 m.
When does it snow in Engelberg-Titlis?
In the village (1000 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from December to February (1991–2020 normals), when precipitation mostly falls as snow. Higher up, snow can fall in any season.
Where can I see the weather on the slopes of Engelberg-Titlis?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Titlis (Klein Titlis) (3020 m), min/max temperature, 7-day snowfall, wind and gusts, plus the freezing level and the estimated snow line.
What is the warmest month in Engelberg-Titlis?
The warmest month in Engelberg-Titlis is July, averaging 15.5 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −1.1 °C.
How much does it rain in Engelberg-Titlis per year?
Engelberg-Titlis receives about 1551 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (196 mm), the driest February (80 mm).
When is the best time to visit Engelberg-Titlis?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.5 °C on average, 164 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−1.1 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.