Obergoms ski resort
Obergoms is a ski resort in the canton of Valais, in the municipality of Obergoms. The village sits at 1370 m and the ski area tops out at 2100 m (Hungerberg), a vertical drop of 730 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 2100 m.
Snow and season in Obergoms
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 (1370 m) and the slopes (2100 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 Obergoms: 1991–2020 normals
In Obergoms (1370 m), the mean annual temperature is 5.3 °C. The warmest month is July (13.8 °C on average) and the coldest January (−2.5 °C). About 1506 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (144 mm) with a minimum in July (106 mm). The sun shines for about 1696 hours a year, mostly in July (216 h). On average there are 181 frost days and 1 hot days (≥ 30 °C) per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 24.9 °C and the absolute minimum −14.8 °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 | −2.5 °C | 7.4 °C | −14.5 °C | 144 | 76 | 30 | 0 |
| Feb | −2.5 °C | 8.6 °C | −14.8 °C | 126 | 107 | 28 | 0 |
| Mar | 0.4 °C | 11.0 °C | −11.6 °C | 135 | 155 | 27 | 0 |
| Apr | 3.6 °C | 13.9 °C | −7.2 °C | 123 | 154 | 19 | 0 |
| May | 7.9 °C | 19.2 °C | −1.8 °C | 134 | 169 | 5 | 0 |
| Jun | 11.8 °C | 23.9 °C | 1.9 °C | 109 | 197 | 1 | 4 |
| Jul | 13.8 °C | 24.9 °C | 4.4 °C | 106 | 216 | 0 | 8 |
| Aug | 13.8 °C | 24.8 °C | 3.7 °C | 119 | 196 | 0 | 7 |
| Sep | 10.2 °C | 20.8 °C | 0.8 °C | 112 | 166 | 3 | 1 |
| Oct | 7.0 °C | 18.3 °C | −3.1 °C | 113 | 131 | 14 | 0 |
| Nov | 1.9 °C | 13.1 °C | −8.9 °C | 140 | 71 | 24 | 0 |
| Dec | −1.4 °C | 8.6 °C | −13.2 °C | 144 | 58 | 29 | 0 |
| Year | 5.3 °C | 24.9 °C | −14.8 °C | 1506 | 1696 | 181 | 19 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Grimsel Hospiz (5 km, 1980 m), Ulrichen (10 km, 1346 m), Andermatt (16 km, 1435 m), adjusted to the elevation of Obergoms (1370 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Airolo-Pesciüm (17 km · 1175–2250 m)
- Weather Andermatt (17 km · 1444–2961 m)
- Weather Bellwald (23 km · 1560–2560 m)
- Weather Meiringen-Hasliberg (24 km · 1060–2433 m)
- Weather Melchsee-Frutt (25 km · 1920–2255 m)
- Weather Grindelwald (26 km · 1034–2970 m)
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Realp
- Weather Guttannen
- Weather Bedretto
- Weather Hospental
- Weather Goms
- Weather Göschenen
- Weather Airolo
- Weather Andermatt
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Obergoms
How high is Obergoms?
The village of Obergoms is at 1370 m and the ski area rises to 2100 m (Hungerberg), a vertical drop of 730 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Obergoms?
Expect about 4 °C less at the summit (2100 m) than in the village (1370 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2100 m.
When does it snow in Obergoms?
In the village (1370 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from November to March (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 Obergoms?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Hungerberg (2100 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 Obergoms?
The warmest month in Obergoms is July, averaging 13.8 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −2.5 °C.
How much does it rain in Obergoms per year?
Obergoms receives about 1506 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (144 mm), the driest July (106 mm).
When is the best time to visit Obergoms?
For warmth and sunshine: July (13.8 °C on average, 216 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−2.5 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.