Wind forecast Genfersee
Largest lake in Central Europe, with many named local winds. The live wind map shows wind speed, gusts, direction and estimated wave height for Genfersee hour by hour – based on the high-resolution models from MeteoSwiss and Météo-France.
- Area
- 580 km²
- Length
- 73 km
- Max. depth
- 310 m
- Elevation
- 372 m
Characteristic winds at Genfersee
Bise (NE), vent/sudois (SW), vaudaire (foehn), joran, bornan.
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 Genfersee
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 Genfersee
Where do I find the most up-to-date wind forecast for Genfersee?
The most precise hourly forecast including gusts and wind direction for Genfersee 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 Genfersee?
Typical wind systems and weather patterns at Genfersee include, among others: Bise (NE), vent/sudois (SW), vaudaire (foehn), joran, bornan. These local winds largely determine the conditions for water sports.
Is Genfersee a good spot for wingfoiling and pumpfoiling?
A true paradise! Wingfoilers love the reliable thermals (séchard) and bise at spots like Cologny or Nyon. For pumpfoilers the lake is an absolute hotspot: the countless sheltered harbours (Rolle, Nyon) offer mirror-smooth water and an extremely active dock-start community.
What is the current water temperature at Genfersee?
The water temperature of Genfersee 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.