Grand St Bernard Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Grand St Bernard
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This is the Snow Forecast for Grand St Bernard, Switzerland for 16 days from 26 March.
Updated 25 March 2025 23:38 PDT.
| Next Snow? | |
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| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Grand St Bernard. | |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Grand St Bernard.
Forecast for today in Grand St Bernard
Max 40°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
Argentière (14 miles from Grand St Bernard) is reporting “Soft Snow(High), Hard(Low)” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Grand St Bernard Snow Report
Snow report from Argentière (14 miles from Grand St Bernard)
| Upper Snow Depths | 96in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 2in |
| Snow Conditions | Soft Snow High Hard Low |
| Last Snow | |
| - of Snow - 17 March | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Argentière was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Grand St Bernard 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | N F2 | NW F3 | NW F2 | SE F2 | |||
| 9,186ft | 25°F
 | 29°F
| 30°F
| 22°F
 | 29°F
| 35°F
 | 38°F
|
| NW F3 | NW F2 | NW F4 | NW F3 | SW F2 | S F3 | ||
| 7,726ft | 33°F
| 37°F
| 35°F
| 26°F
 | 33°F
| 43°F
| 47°F
|
| N F3 | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||||
| 6,266ft | 40°F
| 44°F
| 44°F
| 33°F
| 43°F
| 54°F
| 59°F
|
| Snow Line | 6,266ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 40°F | 44°F | 44°F | 33°F | 43°F | 54°F | 59°F |
| Min Town | 31°F | 31°F | 32°F | 28°F | 28°F | 35°F | 39°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.
Grand St Bernard 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 40°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
Max 44°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fair, clear sky later.
Max 44°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 33°F
Min 28°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 28°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow then cloudy, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 43°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max 54°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 59°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
This Snow Forecast for Grand St Bernard, 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 Grand St Bernard, 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.
Grand St Bernard Snow Forecast updated at 23:38 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Grand St Bernard
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gervais Mont-Blanc | 1in | 5in | |||||||
| Chamonix | - | 4in | |||||||
| Sainte-Foy Tarentaise | - | 3in | |||||||
| Argentière | 1in | 3in | |||||||
| Les Houches | - | 3in | |||||||
| La Rosière | - | 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Grand St Bernard
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Grand St Bernard, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Grand St Bernard, 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 Grand St Bernard 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 Grand St Bernard 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 Grand St Bernard 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.