Wind forecast Walensee
Framed by the steep Churfirsten — the foehn can get fierce. The live wind map shows wind speed, gusts, direction and estimated wave height for Walensee hour by hour – based on the high-resolution models from MeteoSwiss and Météo-France.
- Area
- 24.2 km²
- Length
- 15 km
- Max. depth
- 145 m
- Elevation
- 419 m
Characteristic winds at Walensee
Strong foehn, channelled valley 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 Walensee
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 Walensee
Where do I find the most up-to-date wind forecast for Walensee?
The most precise hourly forecast including gusts and wind direction for Walensee 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 Walensee?
Typical wind systems and weather patterns at Walensee include, among others: Strong foehn, channelled valley winds. These local winds largely determine the conditions for water sports.
Is Walensee a good spot for wingfoiling and pumpfoiling?
Yes, but it requires good preparation. Wingfoiling works with channelled west wind (Mühlehorn, Walenstadt); the foehn here is extremely gusty and for pros only. Pumpfoiling is possible at undeveloped jetties, but a strict launch ban applies in the Seez delta at Walenstadt.
What is the current water temperature at Walensee?
The water temperature of Walensee 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.