Wind forecast Murtensee
Shallow, comparatively warm lake at the southern foot of the Jura. The live wind map shows wind speed, gusts, direction and estimated wave height for Murtensee hour by hour – based on the high-resolution models from MeteoSwiss and Météo-France.
- Area
- 22.8 km²
- Length
- 8.2 km
- Max. depth
- 45 m
- Elevation
- 429 m
Characteristic winds at Murtensee
Joran (NW), bise (NE).
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 Murtensee
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 Murtensee
Where do I find the most up-to-date wind forecast for Murtensee?
The most precise hourly forecast including gusts and wind direction for Murtensee 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 Murtensee?
Typical wind systems and weather patterns at Murtensee include, among others: Joran (NW), bise (NE). These local winds largely determine the conditions for water sports.
Is Murtensee a good spot for wingfoiling and pumpfoiling?
Yes, Lake Murten is an excellent and accessible spot. Wingfoiling works best with southwest wind or bise. The 'La Bise Noire' surf centre is the focal point. Pumpfoilers value the calm morning hours (venue of the Swiss Foil Tour).
What is the current water temperature at Murtensee?
The water temperature of Murtensee 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.