Grindelwald ski resort
Grindelwald is a ski resort in the canton of Bern, in the municipality of Grindelwald. The village sits at 1034 m and the ski area (Jungfrau Ski Region) tops out at 2970 m (Schilthorn / First), a vertical drop of 1936 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 2970 m.
Snow and season in Grindelwald
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 (1034 m) and the slopes (2970 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 Grindelwald: 1991–2020 normals
In Grindelwald (1034 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.0 °C. The warmest month is July (15.0 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.5 °C). About 1402 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (178 mm) with a minimum in February (77 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 25.7 °C and the absolute minimum −11.6 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −0.5 °C | 10.4 °C | −11.6 °C | 86 |
| Feb | −0.4 °C | 11.4 °C | −11.2 °C | 77 |
| Mar | 2.5 °C | 14.4 °C | −8.8 °C | 88 |
| Apr | 5.6 °C | 17.1 °C | −5.1 °C | 96 |
| May | 9.7 °C | 21.1 °C | −0.5 °C | 144 |
| Jun | 13.2 °C | 24.9 °C | 3.7 °C | 153 |
| Jul | 15.0 °C | 25.7 °C | 6.1 °C | 170 |
| Aug | 14.9 °C | 25.4 °C | 5.6 °C | 178 |
| Sep | 11.6 °C | 21.6 °C | 1.9 °C | 112 |
| Oct | 8.2 °C | 18.4 °C | −2.4 °C | 96 |
| Nov | 3.4 °C | 14.7 °C | −7.2 °C | 97 |
| Dec | 0.4 °C | 11.1 °C | −10.5 °C | 105 |
| Year | 7.0 °C | 25.7 °C | −11.6 °C | 1402 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Jungfraujoch (10 km, 3571 m), Meiringen (15 km, 589 m), Interlaken (15 km, 578 m), adjusted to the elevation of Grindelwald (1034 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Wengen (10 km · 1274–2343 m)
- Weather Axalp (11 km · 1535–1900 m)
- Weather Mürren (15 km · 1638–2970 m)
- Weather Habkern (20 km · 1055–1500 m)
- Weather Meiringen-Hasliberg (20 km · 1060–2433 m)
- Weather Bellwald (21 km · 1560–2560 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Lütschental
- Weather Brienz (BE)
- Weather Schattenhalb
- Weather Fieschertal
- Weather Lauterbrunnen
- Weather Iseltwald
- Weather Gündlischwand
- Weather Gsteigwiler
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Grindelwald
How high is Grindelwald?
The village of Grindelwald is at 1034 m and the ski area rises to 2970 m (Schilthorn / First), a vertical drop of 1936 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Grindelwald?
Expect about 12 °C less at the summit (2970 m) than in the village (1034 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2970 m.
When does it snow in Grindelwald?
In the village (1034 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 Grindelwald?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Schilthorn / First (2970 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 Grindelwald?
The warmest month in Grindelwald is July, averaging 15.0 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Grindelwald per year?
Grindelwald receives about 1402 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (178 mm), the driest February (77 mm).
When is the best time to visit Grindelwald?
For warmth and sunshine: July (15.0 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.