Bise

In summer, the Bise wind causes rather dry and sunny weather whereas in winter, it frequently forms low stratus clouds over the Swiss Plateau by strengthening the inversion layer.

[1] The Bise can sometimes lead to severe icing during winter months in Geneva and nearby communities.

[3][4] The strength of the Bise wind can be determined by the analysis of the air pressure difference (in hectopascal [hPa]) between Geneva and Güttingen in canton of Thurgau.

The greater this air pressure difference, the stronger the Bise blows through the Swiss Plateau.

[6] The wind La Bise, along with Lake Geneva, is also mentioned in the song "Lonely Sky" which was penned and sung by the Irish singer Chris De Burgh.