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Gurten Snow Forecast - 20th March 2026

Gurten Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 20 March 2026 11:41 PDT

Snow Forecast for Gurten

Snow and Weather from 20 March.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Gurten Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Gurten?

Gurten Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,116ft)
Next Snow Expected22 March
Next Snow Amount2in
Next 48 Hours2in
Next 7 Days3in

Forecast for today in Gurten

Max 55°F
Min 31°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
20

Snow unlikely

ClearClearCloudClear

Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.

Forecast times for Gurten are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Gurten from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
20		Sat
21		Sun
22		Mon
23		Tue
24		Wed
25		Thu
26
WindSW F3SW F2
2,756ft
51°F
Clear
49°F
Clear
46°F
Snow
+2in
48°F
Clear
51°F
Cloud
45°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
35°F
Light Snow
+1in
SW F3SW F2
2,116ft
53°F
Clear
52°F
Clear
48°F
Snow
+2in
51°F
Clear
54°F
Cloud
48°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
38°F
Light Snow
+1in
SW F3SW F2
1,476ft
55°F
Clear
54°F
Clear
50°F
Clear
53°F
Clear
56°F
Cloud
50°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
40°F
Light Snow
+1in
Snow Line

varying 1,929ft
to 1,476ft

1,476ft

varying 2,031ft
to 1,476ft

Max Town55°F54°F50°F53°F56°F50°F40°F
Min Town31°F31°F32°F32°F31°F34°F31°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.

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Snow Forecast near Gurten

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Gurten
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Beatenberg1in 21in
Diemtigtal1in 12in
Oberwil1in 11in
Rüschegg - Eywald1in 11in
Schwefelberg-Bad1in 11in
Boltigen1in 10in
Schwarzsee1in 9in

Snow Reliability

Gurten typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths reaching up to 80 cm. For the latest snow information and updates, check J2Ski for accurate details.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gurten

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gurten, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gurten, 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 Gurten 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 Gurten 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 Gurten 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.