Wind forecast Vierwaldstättersee
Branched Alpine lake; Lake Uri is a foehn hotspot. The live wind map shows wind speed, gusts, direction and estimated wave height for Vierwaldstättersee hour by hour – based on the high-resolution models from MeteoSwiss and Météo-France.
- Area
- 114 km²
- Length
- 39 km
- Max. depth
- 214 m
- Elevation
- 434 m
Characteristic winds at Vierwaldstättersee
Very strong foehn (especially Lake Uri), thermal winds.
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 Vierwaldstättersee
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 Vierwaldstättersee
Where do I find the most up-to-date wind forecast for Vierwaldstättersee?
The most precise hourly forecast including gusts and wind direction for Vierwaldstättersee 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 Vierwaldstättersee?
Typical wind systems and weather patterns at Vierwaldstättersee include, among others: Very strong foehn (especially Lake Uri), thermal winds. These local winds largely determine the conditions for water sports.
Is Vierwaldstättersee a good spot for wingfoiling and pumpfoiling?
An absolute top spot! Lake Uri offers wingfoilers reliable thermals and strong foehn at spots like Isleten and Flüelen. Pumpfoiling is practised here mainly in calm conditions, as dock starts and tow-foiling at the surf stations.
What is the current water temperature at Vierwaldstättersee?
The water temperature of Vierwaldstättersee 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.