Wind forecast Zugersee
Quiet pre-Alpine lake between Zug and the Rigi. The live wind map shows wind speed, gusts, direction and estimated wave height for Zugersee hour by hour – based on the high-resolution models from MeteoSwiss and Météo-France.
- Area
- 38 km²
- Length
- 14 km
- Max. depth
- 198 m
- Elevation
- 414 m
Characteristic winds at Zugersee
Thermal winds, foehn.
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 Zugersee
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 Zugersee
Where do I find the most up-to-date wind forecast for Zugersee?
The most precise hourly forecast including gusts and wind direction for Zugersee 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 Zugersee?
Typical wind systems and weather patterns at Zugersee include, among others: Thermal winds, foehn. These local winds largely determine the conditions for water sports.
Is Zugersee a good spot for wingfoiling and pumpfoiling?
For wingfoiling very weather-dependent (foehn/west wind at Brüggli). Its real strength is pumpfoiling: the Männerbadi/Siehbach area is an absolute hotspot for dock starts with a very active scene (BIG WAVE Swiss Tour). Ideal for windless days!
What is the current water temperature at Zugersee?
The water temperature of Zugersee 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.