Charmey Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Charmey
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Charmey, Switzerland for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 15:37 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 17 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 12in |
| Next 7 Days | 12in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Charmey.
Forecast for today in Charmey
Max 48°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 2in New Snow
Rain showers early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 4,852ft to 4,196ft, with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 15 April 2025 18:36 PDT
Powder Possible :- 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Charmey over the next 2 days.
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Charmey Snow Report
Snow report from Oberwil (13 miles from Charmey)
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
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Charmey 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 5,348ft | 42°F
 +2in
| 32°F
 +9in
| 39°F
 | 52°F
 | 51°F
 | 49°F
| 51°F
|
| 4,150ft | 46°F
| 38°F
+4in
| 42°F
| 54°F
 | 55°F
| 51°F
| 54°F
|
| 2,953ft | 48°F
| 42°F
| 46°F
| 59°F
| 57°F
| 55°F
| 59°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 4,852ft | varying 4,360ft | varying 3,212ft | ||||
| Max Town | 48°F | 42°F | 46°F | 59°F | 57°F | 55°F | 59°F |
| Min Town | 39°F | 33°F | 36°F | 37°F | 44°F | 44°F | 46°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.
Charmey 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 48°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 2in New Snow
Rain showers early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 4,852ft to 4,196ft, with rain below.
Max 42°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 9in New Snow
Light rain, rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 4,360ft to 3,606ft, with rain below.
Max 46°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Max 59°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 57°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then light rain showers, clear spells later.
Max 55°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 59°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain showers, fog later.
This Snow Forecast for Charmey, 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 Charmey, 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.
Charmey Snow Forecast updated at 15:37 PDT, next update expected 21:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Charmey
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelboden | 24in | 25in | |||||||
| Gstaad Mountain Rides | 17in | 20in | |||||||
| Villars - Gryon | 17in | 17in | |||||||
| Schönried | 12in | 15in | |||||||
| Montreux | 13in | 13in | |||||||
| Oberwil | 9in | 9in | |||||||
| Schwefelberg-Bad | 9in | 9in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Charmey
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Charmey, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Charmey, 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 Charmey 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 Charmey 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 Charmey 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.