Fiesch-Eggishorn ski resort
Fiesch-Eggishorn is a ski resort in the canton of Valais, in the municipality of Fiesch. The village sits at 1050 m and the ski area (Aletsch Arena) tops out at 2869 m (Eggishorn), a vertical drop of 1819 m. The forecast at the top of the page is computed for the village altitude; the “Summit weather” section gives temperature, snow, wind and freezing level at 2869 m.
Snow and season in Fiesch-Eggishorn
Above 1000 m expect reliable winter snow and cool nights even in summer; ideal for skiing and hiking.
To judge conditions, compare the snow line (≈ 300 m below the freezing level) with the village (1050 m) and the slopes (2869 m); above 50–60 km/h of summit wind, exposed lifts may close; a warm front lifts the freezing level within hours, a cold front brings snow down to the valley.
Climate of Fiesch-Eggishorn: 1991–2020 normals
In Fiesch-Eggishorn (1050 m), the mean annual temperature is 8.0 °C. The warmest month is August (15.9 °C on average) and the coldest February (1.4 °C). About 1095 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in November (115 mm) with a minimum in February (75 mm). The sun shines for about 1696 hours a year, mostly in July (216 h). On average there are 189 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 26.2 °C and the absolute minimum −9.5 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) | Sunshine (h) | Frost days | Summer days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.7 °C | 11.8 °C | −9.5 °C | 90 | 76 | 31 | 0 |
| Feb | 1.4 °C | 11.8 °C | −8.8 °C | 75 | 107 | 28 | 0 |
| Mar | 2.8 °C | 12.1 °C | −8.3 °C | 83 | 155 | 28 | 0 |
| Apr | 5.6 °C | 14.0 °C | −4.6 °C | 81 | 154 | 20 | 0 |
| May | 9.2 °C | 18.2 °C | 0.0 °C | 107 | 169 | 6 | 0 |
| Jun | 13.8 °C | 24.7 °C | 4.8 °C | 88 | 197 | 1 | 4 |
| Jul | 15.7 °C | 26.2 °C | 6.8 °C | 80 | 216 | 0 | 8 |
| Aug | 15.9 °C | 25.9 °C | 6.6 °C | 93 | 196 | 0 | 7 |
| Sep | 12.4 °C | 22.3 °C | 2.4 °C | 82 | 166 | 4 | 1 |
| Oct | 9.8 °C | 19.2 °C | −0.5 °C | 99 | 131 | 15 | 0 |
| Nov | 4.9 °C | 15.3 °C | −5.9 °C | 115 | 71 | 26 | 0 |
| Dec | 2.8 °C | 12.4 °C | −8.1 °C | 102 | 58 | 30 | 0 |
| Year | 8.0 °C | 26.2 °C | −9.5 °C | 1095 | 1696 | 189 | 19 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Eggishorn (2 km, 2892 m), Jungfraujoch (17 km, 3571 m), Ulrichen (18 km, 1346 m), adjusted to the elevation of Fiesch-Eggishorn (1050 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Bettmeralp (3 km · 1950–2869 m)
- Weather Bellwald (4 km · 1560–2560 m)
- Weather Riederalp (8 km · 1925–2869 m)
- Weather Belalp (11 km · 2094–3100 m)
- Weather Rosswald (12 km · 1800–2500 m)
- Weather Wengen (20 km · 1274–2343 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Lax
- Weather Bellwald
- Weather Bettmeralp
- Weather Bister
- Weather Ernen
- Weather Grengiols
- Weather Mörel-Filet
- Weather Bitsch
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fiesch-Eggishorn
How high is Fiesch-Eggishorn?
The village of Fiesch-Eggishorn is at 1050 m and the ski area rises to 2869 m (Eggishorn), a vertical drop of 1819 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Fiesch-Eggishorn?
Expect about 11 °C less at the summit (2869 m) than in the village (1050 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2869 m.
When does it snow in Fiesch-Eggishorn?
In the village (1050 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from January to February (1991–2020 normals), when precipitation mostly falls as snow. Higher up, snow can fall in any season.
Where can I see the weather on the slopes of Fiesch-Eggishorn?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Eggishorn (2869 m), min/max temperature, 7-day snowfall, wind and gusts, plus the freezing level and the estimated snow line.
What is the warmest month in Fiesch-Eggishorn?
The warmest month in Fiesch-Eggishorn is August, averaging 15.9 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at 1.4 °C.
How much does it rain in Fiesch-Eggishorn per year?
Fiesch-Eggishorn receives about 1095 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is November (115 mm), the driest February (75 mm).
When is the best time to visit Fiesch-Eggishorn?
For warmth and sunshine: August (15.9 °C on average, 196 h of sun). The coldest month is February (1.4 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.