Frutigen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Frutigen
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This is the Snow Forecast for Frutigen, Switzerland for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 07:32 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 14in |
| Next 7 Days | 15in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Frutigen.
Forecast for today in Frutigen
Max 55°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 4in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 6,591ft to 4,098ft, with rain below.
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Updated 15 April 2025 18:36 PDT
Powder Possible :- 10in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Frutigen over the next 2 days.
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Frutigen Snow Report
Snow report from Kandersteg (6 miles from Frutigen)
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | ||||||
| 7,677ft | 36°F
 +4in
| 30°F
 +10in
| 37°F
| 43°F
| 40°F
| 40°F
 | 44°F
|
| 5,151ft | 45°F
 +2in
| 36°F
+8in
| 44°F
| 53°F
 | 54°F
| 47°F
| 50°F
|
| 2,625ft | 55°F
| 45°F
+2in
| 53°F
| 62°F
| 61°F
| 58°F
| 61°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 6,591ft | varying 7,608ft | varying 5,476ft | ||||
| Max Town | 55°F | 45°F | 53°F | 62°F | 61°F | 58°F | 61°F |
| Min Town | 40°F | 32°F | 42°F | 46°F | 49°F | 47°F | 40°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.
Frutigen 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 55°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 4in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 6,591ft to 4,098ft, with rain below.
Max 45°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
2in to 10in New Snow
Light snow first, heavy snow showers at altitude then light rain, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 7,608ft to resort level.
Max 53°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, fog later.
Snow Line from 5,476ft to 5,180ft, with rain below.
Max 62°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 61°F
Min 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 49°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, light rain showers later.
Max 58°F
Min 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 61°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Frutigen, 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 Frutigen, 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.
Frutigen Snow Forecast updated at 07:32 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Frutigen
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interlaken | 27in | 30in | |||||||
| Grindelwald | 23in | 29in | |||||||
| Adelboden | 24in | 25in | |||||||
| Crans-Montana | 20in | 21in | |||||||
| Kandersteg | 20in | 20in | |||||||
| Wengen | 20in | 20in | |||||||
| Gstaad Mountain Rides | 17in | 20in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Frutigen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Frutigen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Frutigen, 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 Frutigen 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 Frutigen 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 Frutigen 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.