Engelberg Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Engelberg
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This is the Snow Forecast for Engelberg, Switzerland for 16 days from 5 July.
Updated 06 July 2025 08:37 NZST.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Engelberg.
Forecast for today in Engelberg
Max 24℃
Min 16℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 16℃ to daytime highs around 24℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Engelberg has 5cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Engelberg Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 83cm |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | 11cm Fresh Snow |
| Snow in last 24Hrs | +11cm |
| Lifts Open | 12 Lifts |
Ski area reported to be open, with 12 lifts running.
Engelberg 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | ||||||
| 3,020m | 11℃
| 9℃
 +1cm
| 3℃
 +5cm
| -1℃
+7cm
| 3℃
| 8℃
| 11℃
|
| W F2 | |||||||
| 2,010m | 17℃
| 15℃
| 9℃
 | 4℃
 | 9℃
| 17℃
| 20℃
 |
| 1,000m | 24℃
| 22℃
| 16℃
| 11℃
| 15℃
| 19℃
| 22℃
|
| Snow Line | 2,909m | varying 2,829m | varying 2,429m | ||||
| Max Town | 24℃ | 22℃ | 16℃ | 11℃ | 15℃ | 19℃ | 22℃ |
| Min Town | 16℃ | 13℃ | 11℃ | 8℃ | 8℃ | 10℃ | 10℃ |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Engelberg Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 24℃
Min 16℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 16℃ to daytime highs around 24℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Max 22℃
Min 13℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ to daytime highs around 22℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
06
up to 1cm New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain later.
Snow falling to 2,909m, with rain below.
Max 16℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
up to 5cm New Snow
Light rain showers, thunderstorms, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,829m to 2,379m, with rain below.
Max 11℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 7cm New Snow
Light rain first, cloudy then light rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,429m to 1,979m, with rain below.
Max 15℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fair later.
Max 19℃
Min 10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 22℃
Min 10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 22℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Engelberg, Switzerland gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Engelberg, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Engelberg Snow Forecast updated at 08:37 NZST, next update expected 11:00 NZST.
Snow Forecast near Engelberg
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grindelwald | 4cm | 16cm | |||||||
| Goms / Obergoms | 1cm | 8cm | |||||||
| Disentis Sedrun | - | 3cm | |||||||
| Andermatt | 1cm | 2cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Engelberg
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Engelberg, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Engelberg, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Engelberg is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Engelberg will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Engelberg for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.