Fiescheralp Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Fiescheralp
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Fiescheralp, Switzerland for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 11:37 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 55in |
| Next 7 Days | 60in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Fiescheralp.
Forecast for today in Fiescheralp
Max 50°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 26in New Snow
Light rain showers, rain showers, rain later.
Snow Line from 7,838ft to 4,688ft, with rain below.
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Updated 15 April 2025 19:40 PDT
Powder Possible :- 13in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Fiescheralp over the next 2 days.
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Aletsch (including Fiescheralp) is reporting "hard / spring snow".
Fiescheralp Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 5in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | hard spring snow |
| Last Snow | 23 March |
| Snow in last 24Hrs | +1in |
| Pistes Open | (45%) |
| Lifts Open | 27 Lifts |
Fiescheralp 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | SE F3 | SE F3 | ||||
| 9,413ft | 27°F
 +26in
| 29°F
+29in
| 31°F
 | 30°F
 | 29°F
+3in
| 28°F
+1in
| 30°F
 +1in
|
| 6,429ft | 39°F
 +1in
| 33°F
+12in
| 41°F
 | 39°F
| 39°F
+1in
| 38°F
| 40°F
|
| 3,445ft | 50°F
| 37°F
+6in
| 47°F
| 45°F
| 47°F
| 49°F
| 51°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 7,838ft | varying 7,641ft | 5,344ft | varying 7,051ft | varying 6,755ft | varying 6,985ft | varying 7,543ft |
| Max Town | 50°F | 37°F | 47°F | 45°F | 47°F | 49°F | 51°F |
| Min Town | 41°F | 34°F | 34°F | 39°F | 39°F | 41°F | 44°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.
Fiescheralp 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 50°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 26in New Snow
Light rain showers, rain showers, rain later.
Snow Line from 7,838ft to 4,688ft, with rain below.
Max 37°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
6in to 29in New Snow
Heavy snow first, snow then heavy rain, light rain later.
Snow Line from 7,641ft to resort level.
Max 47°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
New Snow
Fog, clear spells, fog later.
Snow falling to 5,344ft, with rain below.
Max 45°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 7,051ft to 6,493ft, with rain below.
Max 47°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain, clear spells, fog later.
Snow Line from 6,755ft to 5,968ft, with rain below.
Max 49°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 6,985ft to 6,526ft, with rain below.
Max 51°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then clear spells, fog later.
Snow Line from 7,543ft to 6,985ft, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Fiescheralp, 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 Fiescheralp, 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.
Fiescheralp Snow Forecast updated at 11:37 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Fiescheralp
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aletsch | 71in | 80in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | 52in | 64in | |||||||
| Bettmeralp | 48in | 51in | |||||||
| Bellwald | 44in | 48in | |||||||
| San Domenico | 24in | 34in | |||||||
| Riederalp | 25in | 31in | |||||||
| Interlaken | 27in | 30in | |||||||
| Grindelwald | 23in | 29in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Fiescheralp
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Fiescheralp, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Fiescheralp, 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 Fiescheralp 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 Fiescheralp 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 Fiescheralp 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.