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Interlaken Snow Forecast - 4th May 2026

Interlaken Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 04 May 2026 19:41 NZST

Snow Forecast for Interlaken

Snow and Weather from 4 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Interlaken Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Interlaken?

Interlaken Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,769m)
Next Snow Expected17 May
Next Snow Amount4cm
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days-

Forecast for today in Interlaken

Max 23℃
Min 10℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 23℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Mon
04

up to 2cm New Snow

CloudCloudCloudShwrs

Cloudy early, then rain showers later.

Snow Line from 2,782m to 2,459m, with rain below.

Forecast times for Interlaken are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Interlaken from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Fri
08
Sat
09
Sun
10
Wind
2,971m
2℃
Cloud
+2cm
1℃
Light Snow
-2℃
Cloud
+2cm
-1℃
Mixed
2℃
Clear
5℃
Clear
3℃
Drizzle
1,769m
10℃
Cloud
9℃
Light Snow
5℃
Cloud
6℃
Mixed
10℃
Clear
13℃
Clear
11℃
Drizzle
567m
23℃
Cloud
20℃
Cloud
13℃
Cloud
16℃
Shwrs
21℃
Clear
25℃
Clear
24℃
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 2,782m
to 2,459m

varying 2,936m
to 1,829m

varying 2,198m
to 1,936m

varying 2,629m
to 1,705m

Max Town23℃20℃13℃16℃21℃25℃24℃
Min Town10℃9℃10℃8℃8℃9℃15℃

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.

Snow Forecast near Interlaken

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Interlaken
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayMoTuWeThFrSaSu
Bellwald7cm 9cm
Fiesch4cm 5cm
Adelboden5cm 5cm
Grindelwald4cm 5cm
Wengen3cm 3cm

Snow Reliability

Interlaken generally enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths reaching up to 3 meters in peak season. For the latest snow conditions, including snowfall data, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Interlaken

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Interlaken, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Interlaken, 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 Interlaken 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 Interlaken 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 Interlaken 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.