Wildhaus ski resort
Wildhaus is a ski resort in the canton of St. Gallen, in the municipality of Wildhaus-Alt St. Johann. The village sits at 1090 m and the ski area (Toggenburg) tops out at 2076 m (Gamsalp / Chäserrugg), a vertical drop of 986 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 2076 m.
Snow and season in Wildhaus
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 (1090 m) and the slopes (2076 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 Wildhaus: 1991–2020 normals
In Wildhaus (1090 m), the mean annual temperature is 7.0 °C. The warmest month is August (14.7 °C on average) and the coldest February (0.2 °C). About 1802 mm of precipitation falls per year, peaking in December (181 mm) with a minimum in April (112 mm). The mean monthly maximum reaches 24.8 °C and the absolute minimum −10.6 °C.
Mean monthly precipitation (mm) — bar height relative to the wettest month.
| Month | Mean T | Abs. max | Abs. min | Precip. (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.7 °C | 10.7 °C | −10.1 °C | 166 |
| Feb | 0.2 °C | 11.3 °C | −10.6 °C | 137 |
| Mar | 2.2 °C | 12.2 °C | −8.5 °C | 159 |
| Apr | 4.9 °C | 14.5 °C | −5.1 °C | 112 |
| May | 8.9 °C | 18.9 °C | −0.2 °C | 145 |
| Jun | 12.5 °C | 23.4 °C | 3.5 °C | 158 |
| Jul | 14.4 °C | 24.8 °C | 6.1 °C | 180 |
| Aug | 14.7 °C | 24.6 °C | 5.6 °C | 174 |
| Sep | 11.4 °C | 21.2 °C | 2.3 °C | 138 |
| Oct | 8.7 °C | 18.6 °C | −1.8 °C | 123 |
| Nov | 4.3 °C | 15.0 °C | −6.2 °C | 129 |
| Dec | 1.6 °C | 11.4 °C | −9.1 °C | 181 |
| Year | 7.0 °C | 24.8 °C | −10.6 °C | 1802 |
Source: MeteoSwiss open data (1991–2020 normals) — stations Säntis (4 km, 2501 m), Vaduz (16 km, 457 m), Ebnat-Kappel (19 km, 623 m), adjusted to the elevation of Wildhaus (1090 m) using a 0.55 °C/100 m lapse rate. Indicative, rounded values.
Nearby ski resorts
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- Weather Ebenalp / Kronberg (6 km · 870–1640 m)
- Weather Amden (15 km · 910–1700 m)
- Weather Kerenzerberg (21 km · 700–1500 m)
- Weather Flumserberg (21 km · 1220–2222 m)
⛷️ Ski resorts Canton St. Gallen
Nearby municipalities
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- Weather Sennwald
- Weather Schwende-Rüte
- Weather Walenstadt
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Wildhaus
How high is Wildhaus?
The village of Wildhaus is at 1090 m and the ski area rises to 2076 m (Gamsalp / Chäserrugg), a vertical drop of 986 m.
What is the temperature difference between the village and the summit in Wildhaus?
Expect about 6 °C less at the summit (2076 m) than in the village (1090 m), using the mean lapse rate of 0.6 °C per 100 m. The “Summit weather” section shows the forecast computed at 2076 m.
When does it snow in Wildhaus?
In the village (1090 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 Wildhaus?
The “Summit weather” section on this page gives, for Gamsalp / Chäserrugg (2076 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 Wildhaus?
The warmest month in Wildhaus is August, averaging 14.7 °C (1991–2020 normal). The coldest is February at 0.2 °C.
How much does it rain in Wildhaus per year?
Wildhaus receives about 1802 mm of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December (181 mm), the driest April (112 mm).
When is the best time to visit Wildhaus?
For warmth and sunshine: August (14.7 °C on average, — h of sun). The coldest month is February (0.2 °C). Check the 15-day forecast above for your dates.