Mörlialp ski resort
Mörlialp is a ski resort in the canton of Obwalden, in the municipality of Giswil. The village sits at 1350 m and the ski area tops out at 1850 m (Mörlialp), a vertical drop of 500 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 1850 m.
Snow and season in Mörlialp
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 (1350 m) and the slopes (1850 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 Mörlialp: 1991–2020 normals
In Mörlialp (1350 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.2 °C. The warmest month is July (13.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (−3.4 °C). About 1618 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (190 mm) with a minimum in February (103 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.0 °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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −3.4 °C | 8.3 °C | −14.5 °C | 112 |
| Feb | −2.6 °C | 9.3 °C | −13.7 °C | 103 |
| Mar | 1.1 °C | 13.8 °C | −10.2 °C | 113 |
| Apr | 4.8 °C | 17.5 °C | −6.3 °C | 121 |
| May | 8.7 °C | 21.8 °C | −2.0 °C | 157 |
| Jun | 12.1 °C | 25.2 °C | 1.9 °C | 169 |
| Jul | 13.8 °C | 26.0 °C | 4.5 °C | 181 |
| Aug | 13.5 °C | 25.4 °C | 3.8 °C | 190 |
| Sep | 9.9 °C | 20.9 °C | 0.0 °C | 121 |
| Oct | 6.1 °C | 18.0 °C | −4.3 °C | 105 |
| Nov | 1.0 °C | 14.0 °C | −9.4 °C | 115 |
| Dec | −2.6 °C | 9.7 °C | −13.3 °C | 129 |
| Year | 5.2 °C | 26.0 °C | −14.5 °C | 1618 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Meiringen (12 km, 589 m), Pilatus (19 km, 2105 m), Engelberg (22 km, 1036 m), adjusted to the elevation of Mörlialp (1350 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Sörenberg (9 km · 1166–2350 m)
- Weather Meiringen-Hasliberg (12 km · 1060–2433 m)
- Weather Axalp (14 km · 1535–1900 m)
- Weather Melchsee-Frutt (15 km · 1920–2255 m)
- Weather Marbach / Marbachegg (16 km · 870–1500 m)
- Weather Habkern (20 km · 1055–1500 m)
⛷️ Ski resorts Canton Obwalden
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Lungern
- Weather Hofstetten bei Brienz
- Weather Brienzwiler
- Weather Schwanden bei Brienz
- Weather Hasliberg
- Weather Meiringen
- Weather Flühli
- Weather Sachseln
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Mörlialp
How high is Mörlialp?
The village of Mörlialp is at 1350 m and the ski area rises to 1850 m (Mörlialp), a vertical drop of 500 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Mörlialp?
Expect about 3 °C less at the summit (1850 m) than in the village (1350 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 1850 m.
When does it snow in Mörlialp?
In the village (1350 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 Mörlialp?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Mörlialp (1850 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 Mörlialp?
The warmest month in Mörlialp is July, averaging 13.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −3.4 °C.
How much does it rain in Mörlialp per year?
Mörlialp receives about 1618 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (190 mm), the driest February (103 mm).
When is the best time to visit Mörlialp?
For warmth and sunshine: July (13.8 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−3.4 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.