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Grindelwald ski resort

📷 Grindelwald

Europe

Grindelwald

Pre-season — not open yet

Projected to open December 7, 2026

Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 07:03 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for Season

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

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Past 24 Hours

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Past 48 Hours

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Past 10 Days

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14-Day Forecast

0.5cm

Snow Depth

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Powder Days

14

2026–27 season

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Bluebird Days

1

2026–27 season

Updated: Jul 14, 7:03 AMWeather at base: 1034m

Overview

Grindelwald is a ski resort in Europe, Switzerland, currently closed for the season (Projected to open December 7, 2026). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~1 cm (0.4 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 07:03 UTC.

Resort Guide

Grindelwald is a renowned ski resort located in the Bernese Oberland region of Switzerland, forming part of the Jungfrau ski area. The resort offers access to over 200 kilometers of slopes, with a variety of runs suitable for all levels, set against the backdrop of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. Visitors benefit from modern lift systems, a vibrant alpine village atmosphere, and signature experiences such as the Eiger Express gondola and panoramic mountain views. Grindelwald stands out for its scenic landscapes, extensive winter sports options, and direct connections to neighboring ski areas.

Resort Info

Summit2971m
Base1034m
Vertical1937m
Lifts23
Runs131
Skiable Area1260.2 acres
Average snowfall123 inches / 312 cm
CountrySwitzerland

Season dates

Projected openingDecember 7, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

No ski pass found

Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Avocado Bar – A legendary après-ski hotspot in Grindelwald, Avocado Bar is celebrated for its cozy atmosphere, creative cocktails, and regular live music, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

2971mECMWF Model

Updated Jul 14, 2026 at 7:03 AM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Tue, Jul 14, 07:03 AM UTC

Depth by source

every reading we have
  • SLFMid 0cm

The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.

Base

1034m

Temp

22.7°C

Wind

2.9km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

0.5cm

Mid-Mountain

2003m

Temp

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Wind

3km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

0.5cm

Summit

2971m

Temp

7°C

Wind

3.1km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

1.4cm

Live Conditions

Grindelwald Webcam

All Webcams

Resort Webcam

1 webcam • Click to expand

Local Reports

0 reports
SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

The black line is not a simple average. For Grindelwald (alps), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).

  • 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
  • 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
  • 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.

Building verification history for this resort.

How we verify forecasts →

Hourly Forecast Detail

AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level

NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Jul 14, 7:03 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
8 / 23mm
Wed, Jul 15
7 / 325.8mm
Thu, Jul 16
8 / 22.4mm
Fri, Jul 17
6 / 29mm
Sat, Jul 18
4 / 00.3cm4.8mm
Sun, Jul 19
4 / -40.4cm2.7mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000000000000000.300.20.2
Precip (mm)0.31.21.59.34.212.3002.40.935.10.63.30.901.80.9
Temp (°C)78546458456323103-1
Wind (km/h)354354453253553353
Gusts (km/h)212731383636283233374641262331333835

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2971m)

ECMWF
0.1cm
GFS
2.7cm
GEM
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JMA
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ICON
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Météo-Fr
0.1cm
SnowSure™
0.5cm

10-Day Forecast

Today

14

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8.1°

2.3°

6 km/h

Wed

15

🌧️

6.8°

3°

5 km/h

Thu

16

🌧️

8°

2.1°

6 km/h

Fri

17

🌧️

6°

1.5°

6 km/h

Sat

18

🌧️

3.7°

0°

6 km/h

Sun

19

❄️

3.9°

-3.7°

0.1cm

5 km/h

Mon

20

☁️

3.6°

-3°

5 km/h

Tue

21

☁️

4.3°

-5.9°

6 km/h

Wed

22

6°

-4.7°

5 km/h

Thu

23

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9.1°

-1.9°

7 km/h

Summit elevation (2971m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Tue, Jul 14, 07:03 AM UTC

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Season Total

This Season to Date

vs 5-Year Avg

Off-season · 558cm full-season avg

vs 30-Year Avg

Off-season · 558cm full-season avg

558cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has exceeded the 30-year average, indicating a modest upward trend in recent seasons. However, the current season's snowfall is significantly below both the 5-year and 30-year averages, at only 70% and 74% of those benchmarks, respectively. The 2023 season stands out as an anomaly with exceptionally high snowfall, while the current season marks a notable decline, suggesting increased variability and a potential shift toward lower snowfall in the most recent year.

Grindelwald Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 732cm with an average of 151 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November104.9cm19 days855cm885cm22.2cm
December103.6cm19 days900cm930cm19.9cm
January98.6cm19 days927cm961cm20.1cm
February85.3cm17 days958cm982cm16.5cm
March93.4cm20 days969cm991cm18.2cm
April79.9cm18 days968cm992cm17.6cm
May66.6cm15 days933cm967cm16.6cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Dec 7, 2026

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.