Wirzweli Snow Report
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Wirzweli
Wirzweli ski resort in Nidwalden offers a variety of slopes suitable for all levels of skiers. For beginners, the Chälen lift takes guests to gentle runs that offer stunning views. More experienced skiers can enjoy the challenging black runs on the Hoh Brisen. An interesting fact is that the mountain range in Wirzweli was formed over 50 million years ago during the Tertiary period. For après-ski, the Wirzweli Skihuette is a cozy bar with mountain views and live music on weekends. It is recommended for beginners to take a lesson with one of the ski instructors at the ski school. They offer group and private lessons for all ages.
Terrain mix: The Wirzweli ski resort is located in the canton of Nidwalden in Switzerland. The resort is situated in the Emmental Alps, which is a sub-range of the larger Alps mountain range. The Emmental Alps are known for their rolling hills, green meadows, and picturesque villages.
One of the prominent mountains in the vicinity of the Wirzweli ski resort is Mount Brisen, which is a popular hiking destination in the region. The mountain offers stunning views of the surrounding area and is a challenging climb for experienced hikers.
Another notable mountain range near Wirzweli is the Uri Alps, which is located to the east of the resort. The Uri Alps are known for their rugged peaks, deep valleys, and pristine alpine landscapes.
Overall, the Wirzweli ski resort offers a unique alpine experience with a variety of mountain ranges and aspects to explore and 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 Wirzweli -- 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 Wirzweli in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Wirzweli reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Wirzweli
Where does the snow data for Wirzweli 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 Wirzweli?
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 Wirzweli?
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 Wirzweli.