Fronalpstock
The Fronalpstock rises to 1922 m (Schwyz). Access: funicular + chairlift; season: toute l'année. The weather above is computed at summit altitude; the “Snow, wind and freezing level” section shows 7-day snowfall, wind, gusts and the snow line — to pick the right day (visibility, cold, wind).
Climate of Fronalpstock: 1991–2020 normals
In Fronalpstock (1922 m), the mean annual temperature is 2.1 °C. The warmest month is July (10.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (−6.6 °C). About 1738 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (219 mm) with a minimum in February (90 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 23.1 °C and the absolute minimum −17.2 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −6.6 °C | 5.8 °C | −17.2 °C | 102 |
| Feb | −5.9 °C | 6.1 °C | −16.8 °C | 90 |
| Mar | −2.1 °C | 10.9 °C | −13.4 °C | 110 |
| Apr | 1.8 °C | 14.9 °C | −9.7 °C | 120 |
| May | 5.9 °C | 19.3 °C | −5.0 °C | 175 |
| Jun | 9.2 °C | 22.6 °C | −1.1 °C | 200 |
| Jul | 10.8 °C | 23.1 °C | 1.3 °C | 207 |
| Aug | 10.5 °C | 22.3 °C | 0.7 °C | 219 |
| Sep | 6.6 °C | 18.0 °C | −3.0 °C | 152 |
| Oct | 2.6 °C | 15.1 °C | −7.5 °C | 122 |
| Nov | −2.4 °C | 10.8 °C | −12.6 °C | 118 |
| Dec | −5.8 °C | 6.8 °C | −16.1 °C | 124 |
| Year | 2.1 °C | 23.1 °C | −17.2 °C | 1738 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Altdorf (9 km, 438 m), Einsiedeln (20 km, 911 m), Engelberg (24 km, 1036 m), adjusted to the elevation of Fronalpstock (1922 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
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Nearby municipalities
- Weather Morschach (2 km)
- Weather Sisikon (3 km)
- Weather Seelisberg (5 km)
- Weather Muotathal (5 km)
- Weather Ingenbohl (5 km)
- Weather Flüelen (6 km)
- Weather Riemenstalden (7 km)
- Weather Lauerz (7 km)
Passes & summits Weather Morschach
Frequently asked questions about the weather: Fronalpstock
Is the Fronalpstock open?
The Fronalpstock is usually accessible toute l'année. The official status depends on snow and roadworks (check TCS or the canton); the snow forecast above helps anticipate closures.
How cold is it at the Fronalpstock?
Expect about 9 °C less than in the lowlands (mean lapse rate 0.6 °C per 100 m). The mean annual temperature at 1922 m is about 2.1 °C; the coldest month is January (−6.6 °C).
Can it snow at the Fronalpstock in summer?
Yes: above 2000 m, snow can fall in any season during cold spells. Watch the freezing level and the forecast snowfall in the dedicated section.
What is the warmest month in Fronalpstock?
The warmest month in Fronalpstock is July, averaging 10.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −6.6 °C.
How much does it rain in Fronalpstock per year?
Fronalpstock receives about 1738 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (219 mm), the driest February (90 mm).
When is the best time to visit Fronalpstock?
For warmth and sunshine: July (10.8 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is January (−6.6 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.