Wind forecast Lago di Lugano
Branched Ticino lake with a classic day/night wind system. The live wind map shows wind speed, gusts, direction and estimated wave height for Lago di Lugano hour by hour – based on the high-resolution models from MeteoSwiss and Météo-France.
- Area
- 48.7 km²
- Length
- 35 km
- Max. depth
- 288 m
- Elevation
- 271 m
Characteristic winds at Lago di Lugano
Breva (S, afternoon), tivano (N, morning).
LakeForecast models these winds hourly with MeteoSwiss ICON-CH1 (1 km), ICON-CH2 (2 km) and Météo-France AROME (1.3 km) – including gusts, direction and a fetch-limited wave estimate.
Wingfoil, pumpfoil & windsurf at Lago di Lugano
Wingfoil
Enough wind & power – find the windy windows.
Pumpfoil
Calm & flat water – spot the quiet slots.
Windsurf
Strength, gusts & direction hour by hour.
Kite & SUP
Keep an eye on the gust spread and wave height.
Frequently asked questions about the wind at Lago di Lugano
Where do I find the most up-to-date wind forecast for Lago di Lugano?
The most precise hourly forecast including gusts and wind direction for Lago di Lugano is right at the top of the interactive LakeForecast wind map – based on the MeteoSwiss ICON and Météo-France AROME weather models.
Which winds occur at Lago di Lugano?
Typical wind systems and weather patterns at Lago di Lugano include, among others: Breva (S, afternoon), tivano (N, morning). These local winds largely determine the conditions for water sports.
Is Lago di Lugano a good spot for wingfoiling and pumpfoiling?
A beautiful but partly gusty spot. For wingfoilers the afternoon thermals (breva) work well in the bay of Lugano or at Porlezza. For pumpfoilers the partly steep, partly developed shores offer exciting dock-start options on calm mornings.
What is the current water temperature at Lago di Lugano?
The water temperature of Lago di Lugano varies with the season. The exact daily value (lake average) and the trend for the coming days are available live in the LakeForecast overview next to the wind data.