Schwarzsee ski resort
Schwarzsee is a ski resort in the canton of Fribourg, in the municipality of Plaffeien. The village sits at 1050 m and the ski area tops out at 1750 m (Kaiseregg), a vertical drop of 700 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 1750 m.
Snow and season in Schwarzsee
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 (1750 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 Schwarzsee: 1991–2020 normals
In Schwarzsee (1050 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.3 °C. The warmest month is July (16.1 °C on average) and the coldest January (−0.7 °C). About 1193 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in August (144 mm) with a minimum in February (54 mm). The sun shines for about 1858 hours a year, mostly in July (237 h). On average there are 108 frost days per year. The mean monthly maximum reaches 27.5 °C and the absolute minimum −11.6 °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 | −0.7 °C | 10.4 °C | −11.6 °C | 57 | 98 | 24 | 0 |
| Feb | −0.3 °C | 11.0 °C | −11.1 °C | 54 | 113 | 21 | 0 |
| Mar | 3.1 °C | 14.9 °C | −7.6 °C | 68 | 152 | 16 | 0 |
| Apr | 6.4 °C | 18.7 °C | −4.2 °C | 87 | 168 | 8 | 0 |
| May | 10.4 °C | 22.9 °C | 0.2 °C | 141 | 183 | 1 | 0 |
| Jun | 14.2 °C | 26.4 °C | 3.8 °C | 135 | 213 | 0 | 3 |
| Jul | 16.1 °C | 27.5 °C | 6.7 °C | 141 | 237 | 0 | 5 |
| Aug | 15.9 °C | 27.1 °C | 5.9 °C | 144 | 221 | 0 | 5 |
| Sep | 11.8 °C | 22.2 °C | 2.5 °C | 108 | 169 | 0 | 0 |
| Oct | 7.9 °C | 18.7 °C | −1.8 °C | 103 | 128 | 4 | 0 |
| Nov | 3.1 °C | 14.3 °C | −6.7 °C | 77 | 91 | 13 | 0 |
| Dec | 0.2 °C | 10.8 °C | −10.1 °C | 78 | 85 | 21 | 0 |
| Year | 7.3 °C | 27.5 °C | −11.6 °C | 1193 | 1858 | 108 | 13 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Plaffeien (7 km, 1042 m), Fribourg / Grangeneuve (17 km, 651 m), Château-d'Oex (26 km, 1028 m), adjusted to the elevation of Schwarzsee (1050 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
- Weather Jaun (9 km · 1015–1700 m)
- Weather La Berra (10 km · 1000–1700 m)
- Weather Charmey (11 km · 900–1630 m)
- Weather Zweisimmen (16 km · 950–2000 m)
- Weather Diemtigtal / Wiriehorn (20 km · 810–1865 m)
- Weather Schönried-Saanenmöser (20 km · 1230–2000 m)
⛷️ Ski resorts Canton Fribourg
Nearby municipalities
- Weather Plasselb
- Weather Guggisberg
- Weather Brünisried
- Weather Rüschegg
- Weather Giffers
- Weather Rechthalten
- Weather La Roche
- Weather St. Ursen
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Schwarzsee
How high is Schwarzsee?
The village of Schwarzsee is at 1050 m and the ski area rises to 1750 m (Kaiseregg), a vertical drop of 700 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Schwarzsee?
Expect about 4 °C less at the summit (1750 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 1750 m.
When does it snow in Schwarzsee?
In the village (1050 m) the mean temperature stays below 2 °C from December 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 Schwarzsee?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Kaiseregg (1750 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 Schwarzsee?
The warmest month in Schwarzsee is July, averaging 16.1 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is January at −0.7 °C.
How much does it rain in Schwarzsee per year?
Schwarzsee receives about 1193 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August (144 mm), the driest February (54 mm).
When is the best time to visit Schwarzsee?
For warmth and sunshine: July (16.1 °C on average, 237 h of sun). The coldest month is January (−0.7 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.