Leukerbad ski resort
Leukerbad is a ski resort in the canton of Valais, in the municipality of Leukerbad. The village sits at 1411 m and the ski area tops out at 2700 m (Torrenthorn), a vertical drop of 1289 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 2700 m.
Snow and season in Leukerbad
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 (1411 m) and the slopes (2700 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 Leukerbad: 1991–2020 normals
In Leukerbad (1411 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.7 °C. The warmest month is July (14.4 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.7 °C). About 1132 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in July (125 mm) with a minimum in April (70 mm). The sun shines for about 1755 hours a year, mostly in July (203 h). On average there are 148 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.0 °C and the absolute minimum −14.5 °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 | −2.7 °C | 9.2 °C | −14.5 °C | 93 | 104 | 28 | 0 |
| Feb | −2.2 °C | 10.2 °C | −14.3 °C | 73 | 113 | 25 | 0 |
| Mar | 1.2 °C | 13.6 °C | −11.4 °C | 78 | 148 | 23 | 0 |
| Apr | 4.8 °C | 17.4 °C | −7.0 °C | 70 | 158 | 14 | 0 |
| May | 8.9 °C | 22.0 °C | −2.0 °C | 113 | 169 | 4 | 0 |
| Jun | 12.7 °C | 26.0 °C | 1.4 °C | 108 | 185 | 1 | 2 |
| Jul | 14.4 °C | 27.0 °C | 4.1 °C | 125 | 203 | 0 | 4 |
| Aug | 14.0 °C | 26.3 °C | 3.2 °C | 123 | 191 | 0 | 4 |
| Sep | 10.3 °C | 22.3 °C | 0.2 °C | 76 | 163 | 2 | 0 |
| Oct | 6.7 °C | 19.5 °C | −3.9 °C | 80 | 134 | 8 | 0 |
| Nov | 1.6 °C | 14.6 °C | −9.5 °C | 85 | 96 | 18 | 0 |
| Dec | −1.6 °C | 9.9 °C | −13.2 °C | 110 | 91 | 26 | 0 |
| Year | 5.7 °C | 27.0 °C | −14.5 °C | 1132 | 1755 | 148 | 11 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Adelboden (12 km, 1321 m), Blatten, Lötschental (14 km, 1548 m), Montana (18 km, 1423 m), adjusted to the elevation of Leukerbad (1411 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Kandersteg (9 km · 1176–1950 m)
- Weather Adelboden (10 km · 1350–2362 m)
- Weather Lauchernalp (11 km · 1969–3111 m)
- Weather Crans-Montana (13 km · 1500–2927 m)
- Weather Lenk (14 km · 1068–2100 m)
- Weather Eischoll (16 km · 1220–2100 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Albinen
- Weather Guttet-Feschel
- Weather Inden
- Weather Ferden
- Weather Kandersteg
- Weather Varen
- Weather Gampel-Bratsch
- Weather Kippel
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Leukerbad
How high is Leukerbad?
The village of Leukerbad is at 1411 m and the ski area rises to 2700 m (Torrenthorn), a vertical drop of 1289 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Leukerbad?
Expect about 8 °C less at the summit (2700 m) than in the village (1411 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2700 m.
When does it snow in Leukerbad?
In the village (1411 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from November to March (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 Leukerbad?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Torrenthorn (2700 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 Leukerbad?
The warmest month in Leukerbad is July, averaging 14.4 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Leukerbad per year?
Leukerbad receives about 1132 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July (125 mm), the driest April (70 mm).
When is the best time to visit Leukerbad?
For warmth and sunshine: July (14.4 °C on average, 203 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.