Braunwald snow report
Braunwald
Braunwald is a charming ski resort in the canton of Glarus, offering a range of slopes for skiers of all levels. Beginners will appreciate the easy-to-navigate terrain, while more advanced skiers will enjoy the challenging black runs. One interesting fact about the resort is that it is car-free, meaning visitors must take a cable car to access the slopes.
For beginners, a specific suggestion would be the Rotenfluebahn lift, which provides access to some of the easiest slopes with stunning panoramic views. After a day on the slopes, head to the cozy and rustic Ziegerstube for some traditional Swiss comfort food and drinks, or visit the lively Grotzenbüel Bar for some après ski fun.
Terrain mix: The Braunwald ski resort in Glarus is located in the Swiss Alps, specifically in the Glarus Alps mountain range. Some of the notable mountain ranges and aspects in the vicinity of the resort include:
1. Bächistock - a prominent peak in the Glarus Alps, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
2. Eggstöcke - a group of impressive rock formations and peaks that are popular among climbers and hikers.
3. Widersteiner Horn - a distinctive mountain peak in the area, providing a challenging terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders.
4. Braunwald Glacier - a small glacier located in the region, adding to the picturesque scenery of the resort.
Overall, the Braunwald ski resort in Glarus is surrounded by a diverse and scenic mountain landscape, offering a wide range of skiing and outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Braunwald -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Braunwald in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Braunwald reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Braunwald
Where does the snow data for Braunwald come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Braunwald?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Braunwald?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Braunwald.