Gstaad Mountain Rides Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Gstaad Mountain Rides
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Gstaad Mountain Rides, Switzerland for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 05:33 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 11in |
| Next 7 Days | 14in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Gstaad Mountain Rides.
Forecast for today in Gstaad Mountain Rides
Max 62°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 8,100ft to 7,936ft, with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 15 April 2025 14:35 PDT
Powder Possible :- 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Gstaad Mountain Rides over the next 2 days.
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Gstaad Mountain Rides Snow Report
Snow report from Adelboden (14 miles from Gstaad Mountain Rides)
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Closed |
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Gstaad Mountain Rides 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 9,843ft | 38°F
| 29°F
 +6in
| 23°F
+5in
| 29°F
 | 37°F
 | 37°F
 +2in
| 34°F
|
| 6,480ft | 50°F
| 43°F
+2in
| 36°F
+5in
| 42°F
| 51°F
| 45°F
 | 45°F
|
| 3,117ft | 62°F
| 53°F
| 47°F
| 53°F
| 61°F
| 58°F
 | 56°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 8,100ft | varying 8,396ft | varying 8,494ft | varying 7,116ft | varying 7,674ft | varying 7,641ft | |
| Max Town | 62°F | 53°F | 47°F | 53°F | 61°F | 58°F | 56°F |
| Min Town | 46°F | 36°F | 34°F | 41°F | 44°F | 47°F | 45°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.
Gstaad Mountain Rides 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 62°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 8,100ft to 7,936ft, with rain below.
Max 53°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 6in New Snow
Light rain showers first, cloudy then light rain, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 8,396ft to 3,835ft, with rain below.
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
Thu
17
up to 5in New Snow
Snow at altitude first, light snow at altitude then light rain, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 8,494ft to 3,999ft, with rain below.
Max 53°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
New Snow
Rain showers, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 7,116ft to 5,148ft, with rain below.
Max 61°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 58°F
Min 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 7,674ft to 7,346ft, with rain below.
Max 56°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then clear spells, fog later.
Snow Line from 7,641ft to 7,280ft, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Gstaad Mountain Rides, 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 Gstaad Mountain Rides, 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.
Gstaad Mountain Rides Snow Forecast updated at 05:33 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Gstaad Mountain Rides
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelboden | 26in | 27in | |||||||
| Kandersteg | 23in | 24in | |||||||
| Nendaz | 22in | 23in | |||||||
| Gstaad | 20in | 22in | |||||||
| Crans-Montana | 19in | 19in | |||||||
| Villars - Gryon | 16in | 17in | |||||||
| Thyon les Collons | 16in | 16in | |||||||
| Saanen | 13in | 15in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gstaad Mountain Rides
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gstaad Mountain Rides, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gstaad Mountain Rides, 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 Gstaad Mountain Rides 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 Gstaad Mountain Rides 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 Gstaad Mountain Rides 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.