Chandolin Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Chandolin
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This is the Snow Forecast for Chandolin, Switzerland for 16 days from 13 March.
Updated 12 March 2025 21:36 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 13 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 4in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Chandolin.
Forecast for today in Chandolin
Max 30°F
Min 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 24°F and not getting above 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
1in New Snow
Snow showers first, light snow showers then cloudy, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
St-Luc (near Chandolin) is reporting “Powder Snow” with 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Chandolin Snow Report
Snow report from St-Luc (near Chandolin)
| Upper Snow Depths | 59in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 16in |
| Snow Conditions | Powder Snow |
| Last Snow | 10 March |
Chandolin 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | SE F3 | |||||
| 8,907ft | 20°F
+1in
| 21°F
| 29°F
 +2in
| 24°F
 +1in
| 30°F
 | 24°F
 | 24°F
|
| SE F3 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 7,735ft | 24°F
+1in
| 26°F
| 33°F
+2in
| 28°F
+1in
| 34°F
| 29°F
| 24°F
|
| E F3 | E F2 | ||||||
| 6,562ft | 30°F
+1in
| 29°F
| 39°F
+1in
| 33°F
+1in
| 38°F
| 31°F
| 31°F
|
| Snow Line | 6,562ft | 6,562ft | 6,562ft | 6,562ft | |||
| Max Town | 30°F | 29°F | 39°F | 33°F | 38°F | 31°F | 31°F |
| Min Town | 24°F | 22°F | 26°F | 26°F | 24°F | 25°F | 24°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.
Chandolin 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 30°F
Min 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 24°F and not getting above 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
1in New Snow
Snow showers first, light snow showers then cloudy, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 29°F
Min 22°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 22°F and not getting above 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, fog later.
Max 39°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
1in to 2in New Snow
Cloudy early, then snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 33°F
Min 26°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 26°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
1in New Snow
Light snow showers, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 38°F
Min 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 31°F
Min 25°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 25°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 31°F
Min 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 24°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Chandolin, 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 Chandolin, on any given trail 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.
Chandolin Snow Forecast updated at 21:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Chandolin
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saas-Fee | 10in | 10in | |||||||
| Zermatt | 7in | 8in | |||||||
| Breuil-Cervinia | 7in | 7in | |||||||
| Zinal | 2in | 6in | |||||||
| Grimentz | 2in | 4in | |||||||
| Kandersteg | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Sierre-Anniviers | 2in | 4in | |||||||
| St-Luc | 1in | 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chandolin
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Chandolin, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Chandolin, 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 Chandolin 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 Chandolin 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 Chandolin 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.