Wind forecast Lago Maggiore
Mediterranean southern-Alpine lake with the reliable daytime wind inverna. The live wind map shows wind speed, gusts, direction and estimated wave height for Lago Maggiore hour by hour – based on the high-resolution models from MeteoSwiss and Météo-France.
- Area
- 212 km²
- Length
- 65 km
- Max. depth
- 372 m
- Elevation
- 193 m
Characteristic winds at Lago Maggiore
Inverna (S, daytime), tramontana/maggiore (N, at night).
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 Maggiore
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 Maggiore
Where do I find the most up-to-date wind forecast for Lago Maggiore?
The most precise hourly forecast including gusts and wind direction for Lago Maggiore 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 Maggiore?
Typical wind systems and weather patterns at Lago Maggiore include, among others: Inverna (S, daytime), tramontana/maggiore (N, at night). These local winds largely determine the conditions for water sports.
Is Lago Maggiore a good spot for wingfoiling and pumpfoiling?
A very good spot, especially for wingfoilers. The reliable thermal 'inverna' from the south provides ideal, steady conditions on sunny afternoons. Pumpfoiling is well feasible at the numerous jetties and along the shallow shorelines.
What is the current water temperature at Lago Maggiore?
The water temperature of Lago Maggiore 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.