Gstaad Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Gstaad
This is the Snow Forecast for Gstaad, Switzerland for 16 days from 11 November.
Updated 11 November 2025 06:33 PST.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Gstaad.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Gstaad Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Gstaad?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 11in |
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Forecast for today in Gstaad
Max 54°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then cloudy, clear sky later.
Gstaad has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Gstaad Snow Report
Snow report from Zweisimmen (near Gstaad)
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Opens:20 Dec |
|---|
Ski area reported to be open, with 1 lifts running.
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| Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 9,843ft | 30°F
| 37°F
| 45°F
| 44°F
| 36°F
| 28°F
 +5in
| 24°F
+5in
|
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 6,480ft | 42°F
| 49°F
| 56°F
| 54°F
| 47°F
| 45°F
| 36°F
+3in
|
| 3,117ft | 54°F
| 60°F
| 65°F
| 63°F
 | 56°F
| 51°F
 | 50°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 8,133ft | varying 7,772ft | varying 5,869ft | ||||
| Max Town | 54°F | 60°F | 65°F | 63°F | 56°F | 51°F | 50°F |
| Min Town | 33°F | 40°F | 38°F | 48°F | 44°F | 44°F | 46°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 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 54°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 60°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Fair.
Max 65°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 63°F
Min 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 48°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 56°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
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
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 5in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 7,772ft to 6,198ft, with rain below.
Max 50°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 5in New Snow
Light rain.
Snow Line from 5,869ft to 5,443ft, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Gstaad, 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, 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 Snow Forecast updated at 06:33 PST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Gstaad
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grimentz | - | 12in | |||||||
| Saanen | - | 11in | |||||||
| Saanenmöser | - | 11in | |||||||
| Gstaad Mountain Rides | - | 10in | |||||||
| Schönried | - | 10in | |||||||
| Nendaz | - | 9in | |||||||
| Crans-Montana | - | 8in | |||||||
| Thyon les Collons | - | 7in |
Snow Reliability
Gstaad typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, including snowfall and snowmelt updates, be sure to check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gstaad
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gstaad, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gstaad, 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 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 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 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.