Gstaad Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Gstaad
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This is the Snow Forecast for Gstaad, Switzerland for 16 days from 24 April.
Updated 24 April 2025 04:35 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 9 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 9cm 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Gstaad.
Forecast for today in Gstaad
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
24
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Light rain showers early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,709m 5,607ft to 1,439m 4,721ft , with rain below.
Gstaad has 3cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
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| Thu 24 | Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,000m 9,843ft | -3℃ 26°F
+1cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
 +1cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 +5cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
 | 5℃ 40°F
|
| 1,975m 6,480ft | 3℃ 38°F
| 4℃ 40°F
+1cm
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 7℃ 44°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 11℃ 51°F
 | 10℃ 50°F
|
| 950m 3,117ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 17℃ 62°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,709m 5,607ft | varying 1,659m 5,443ft | varying 2,289m 7,510ft | varying 2,219m 7,280ft | varying 2,579m 8,461ft | ||
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 12℃ 53°F | 14℃ 57°F | 12℃ 54°F | 14℃ 57°F | 17℃ 62°F | 17℃ 62°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 40°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°F | 6℃ 42°F | 5℃ 42°F | 6℃ 44°F | 9℃ 47°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Gstaad Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
24
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Light rain showers early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,709m 5,607ft to 1,439m 4,721ft , with rain below.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
25
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Light rain showers, clear spells, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 1,659m 5,443ft to 1,489m 4,885ft , with rain below.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
26
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy, rain, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,219m 7,280ft to 2,139m 7,018ft , with rain below.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
28
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then thunderstorms, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,579m 8,461ft to 2,359m 7,740ft , with rain below.
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 6℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
29
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, fair later.
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 9℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Gstaad, Switzerland gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Gstaad, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Gstaad Snow Forecast updated at 04:35 UTC, next update expected 07:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Gstaad
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grimentz | 3cm 1in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Crans-Montana | 3cm 1in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Gstaad Mountain Rides | 3cm 1in | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Saanen | 4cm 1in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Schönried | 3cm 1in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Saanenmöser | 3cm 1in | 9cm 3in | |||||||
| Anzère | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Kandersteg | 6cm 3in | 6cm 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gstaad
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gstaad, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gstaad, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Gstaad is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Gstaad will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Gstaad for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.