Frutigen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Frutigen
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This is the Snow Forecast for Frutigen, Switzerland for 16 days from 28 March.
Updated 28 March 2025 07:36 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 29 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 5in |
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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 50°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
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Updated 28 March 2025 11:37 PDT
Powder Possible :- 5in 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 |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | 16 March |
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| Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 7,677ft | 31°F
| 24°F
 +5in
| 33°F
 | 33°F
 | 35°F
| 42°F
| 42°F
|
| 5,151ft | 40°F
| 33°F
+5in
| 42°F
| 42°F
| 43°F
| 48°F
| 51°F
|
| 2,625ft | 50°F
| 43°F
 | 53°F
| 52°F
| 52°F
| 54°F
| 60°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 4,491ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 50°F | 43°F | 53°F | 52°F | 52°F | 54°F | 60°F |
| Min Town | 33°F | 38°F | 38°F | 39°F | 36°F | 37°F | 36°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 50°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 43°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 5in New Snow
Light rain showers first, light rain then light rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 4,491ft to 3,934ft, with rain below.
Max 53°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 52°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Max 52°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 54°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then fair, clear sky later.
Max 60°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
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 07:36 PDT, next update expected 13:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Frutigen
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.