Lauterbrunnen Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 13 May 2026 19:41 CDT
Snow Forecast for Lauterbrunnen
Snow and Weather from 14 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Lauterbrunnen Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Lauterbrunnen?
| Next Snow Expected | 14 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 9cm |
| Next 7 Days | 9cm |
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Forecast for today in Lauterbrunnen
Max 10℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
14
up to 4cm New Snow
Clear spells first, light drizzle then clear spells, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,046m to 1,462m, with rain below.
Forecast times for Lauterbrunnen are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | Tue 19 | Wed 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,971m | -7℃
 +4cm
| -8℃
+4cm
| -8℃
+1cm
| -5℃
 | -3℃
+2cm
| -2℃
+2cm
| -3℃
 +2cm
|
| 1,885m | 2℃
 +4cm
| 0℃
+4cm
| 1℃
+1cm
| 4℃
| 5℃
| 6℃
| 6℃
|
| 800m | 10℃
| 8℃
| 9℃
| 13℃
| 14℃
| 14℃
| 15℃
 |
| Snow Line | varying 2,046m | varying 1,785m | varying 1,785m | varying 2,708m | varying 2,769m | varying 2,815m | |
| Max Town | 10℃ | 8℃ | 9℃ | 13℃ | 14℃ | 14℃ | 15℃ |
| Min Town | 4℃ | 2℃ | 3℃ | 1℃ | 5℃ | 8℃ | 9℃ |
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 Lauterbrunnen
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grindelwald | 23cm | 47cm | |||||||
| Jungfrau Region | 32cm | 44cm | |||||||
| Interlaken | 14cm | 39cm | |||||||
| Mürren | 9cm | 20cm | |||||||
| Adelboden | 13cm | 15cm | |||||||
| Kandersteg | 15cm | 15cm | |||||||
| Beatenberg | 9cm | 10cm | |||||||
| Fiesch | 6cm | 10cm |
Snow Reliability
Lauterbrunnen typically enjoys reliable snow, with average snow depths ranging from 100 to 300 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Lauterbrunnen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Lauterbrunnen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Lauterbrunnen, 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 Lauterbrunnen 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 Lauterbrunnen 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 Lauterbrunnen 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.