What are the cycling conditions like in Sustenpass?

🚴♂️ Sustenpass: Seasonal Accessibility Typical opening: early June (often first half of June) → late October / early November depending on snow melt and snowfall. Last season examples: in 2024 it opened mid‑June and closed around late October; in other years it ranged roughly June to early November . Winter closure: usually closed from November through May/June because of heavy snow and avalanche risk. Official opening/closing changes year to year — always check before riding (e.g., via the Swiss Alpen‑Pässe status or local traffic info). 🌦️ Weather Conditions to Expect In the Open Season (June–October) Summer weather: Generally the most stable period. Expect daytime temperatures around 15–20 °C at the pass level (higher elevations are cooler). Unpredictable mountain weather: Conditions can change fast — sunny mornings can turn to rain or cold winds in the afternoon. Rain & showers: Common in summer — bring waterproof jacket & layers for wind/chill, even on clear days. Snow patches: Even mid‑summer may have snow near the top or on the roadside ; it’s normal to see snowwalls early in the season. Wind & cool summit: Expect cool breezes at the top and possible cold gusts when weather shifts — layer up. Outside the Season (Late Autumn & Winter) Cold & snow: After closure, roads can be icy and deep snow covers the pass — riding safely becomes difficult/impossible. Cycling discouraged: Beyond closure gates, cycling isn’t advised due to snow, ice, and avalanche risk — plus it’s technically not permitted in many spots. 🗓️ Best Time of Year for Cyclists Late June to September: Best balance of likely open roads, warmer temps, and more predictable weather. Early June & late October: Pass may be open but cooler, higher chance of snow/debris, fewer services. Avoid shoulder times: Riding too early (May) or too late (October/November) increases risk of snow or temporary closures. 📌 Practical Tips for Cyclists Start early: Weather tends to be drier and more stable in the mornings. Pack layers & rain gear: Mountain weather is changeable — be prepared for cold, wind, or rain. Check official status: Snow clearance and weather can delay openings — use Swiss alpine pass traffic info sites before departure.

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Detailed cycling weather forecast for Sustenpass. See wind direction, temperature and rain along the entire climb and descent.

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Pass Information

2,224m

Elevation

9.0%

Max Gradient

46.0 km

Length

Current status: closed

Opening Period: Wintersperre

Current Conditions

Wassen - Innertkirchen

Wed

11 Mar

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Snow showers

06:46 — 18:25

0° / -4°

Precipitation 3 mm

Humidity 100 %

🚴‍♂️ Sustenpass: Seasonal Accessibility

Typical opening: early June (often first half of June) → late October / early November depending on snow melt and snowfall.
Last season examples: in 2024 it opened mid‑June and closed around late October; in other years it ranged roughly June to early November.
Winter closure: usually closed from November through May/June because of heavy snow and avalanche risk.
Official opening/closing changes year to year — always check before riding (e.g., via the Swiss Alpen‑Pässe status or local traffic info).

🌦️ Weather Conditions to Expect

In the Open Season (June–October)

Summer weather: Generally the most stable period. Expect daytime temperatures around 15–20 °C at the pass level (higher elevations are cooler).
Unpredictable mountain weather: Conditions can change fast — sunny mornings can turn to rain or cold winds in the afternoon.
Rain & showers: Common in summer — bring waterproof jacket & layers for wind/chill, even on clear days.
Snow patches: Even mid‑summer may have snow near the top or on the roadside; it’s normal to see snowwalls early in the season.
Wind & cool summit: Expect cool breezes at the top and possible cold gusts when weather shifts — layer up.

Outside the Season (Late Autumn & Winter)

Cold & snow: After closure, roads can be icy and deep snow covers the pass — riding safely becomes difficult/impossible.
Cycling discouraged: Beyond closure gates, cycling isn’t advised due to snow, ice, and avalanche risk — plus it’s technically not permitted in many spots.

🗓️ Best Time of Year for Cyclists

Late June to September: Best balance of likely open roads, warmer temps, and more predictable weather.
Early June & late October: Pass may be open but cooler, higher chance of snow/debris, fewer services.
Avoid shoulder times: Riding too early (May) or too late (October/November) increases risk of snow or temporary closures.

📌 Practical Tips for Cyclists

Start early: Weather tends to be drier and more stable in the mornings.
Pack layers & rain gear: Mountain weather is changeable — be prepared for cold, wind, or rain.
Check official status: Snow clearance and weather can delay openings — use Swiss alpine pass traffic info sites before departure.

Check weather on own route

Location

Weather Forecast

Next 7 Days

Wed

11 Mar

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Snow showers

06:46 — 18:25

0° / -4°

Precipitation 3 mm

Humidity 100 %

Thu

12 Mar

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Snow

06:44 — 18:27

0° / -5°

Precipitation 7 mm

Humidity 99 %

Fri

13 Mar

cloud

Overcast

06:42 — 18:28

2° / -1°

Precipitation 0 mm

Humidity 59 %

Sat

14 Mar

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Snow showers

06:40 — 18:29

-1° / -9°

Precipitation 40 mm

Humidity 96 %

Sun

15 Mar

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Snow showers

06:38 — 18:31

-2° / -10°

Precipitation 20 mm

Humidity 100 %

Mon

16 Mar

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Snow showers

06:36 — 18:32

-2° / -6°

Precipitation 6 mm

Humidity 100 %

Tue

17 Mar

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Snow

06:34 — 18:34

0° / -6°

Precipitation 1 mm

Humidity 96 %

Climate Overview

Month	Temp Day	Temp Night	Sunny Days	Sun Hours	Rain Days	Precipitation	Humidity	UV Index	Day Length
Jan	-4°C	-12°C	15	4.8h	20	170 mm	75 %	2	9h 3m
Feb	-2°C	-9°C	18	7.0h	9	54 mm	73 %	3	10h 20m
Mar	-1°C	-8°C	24	8.5h	15	65 mm	70 %	4	11h 56m
Apr	2°C	-4°C	25	10.6h	11	113 mm	68 %	5	13h 36m
May	4°C	-2°C	22	9.6h	24	171 mm	65 %	6	15h 3m
Jun	15°C	4°C	30	13.5h	19	63 mm	67 %	7	15h 47m
Jul	11°C	3°C	27	11.6h	28	219 mm	66 %	8	15h 24m
Aug	14°C	5°C	28	11.2h	19	163 mm	68 %	7	14h 8m
Sep	9°C	1°C	25	9.0h	21	179 mm	70 %	5	12h 32m
Oct	4°C	-4°C	22	7.7h	17	138 mm	72 %	4	10h 52m
Nov	-2°C	-8°C	16	5.8h	16	118 mm	76 %	2	9h 23m
Dec	-1°C	-9°C	18	5.8h	11	30 mm	77 %	2	8h 37m