Heiden Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Heiden
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This is the Snow Forecast for Heiden, Switzerland for 16 days from 13 March.
Updated 12 March 2025 19:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 13 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Heiden.
Forecast for today in Heiden
Max 40°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
1in New Snow
Light rain, light rain showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Wildhaus (near Heiden) is reporting “wet / hard” with 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Heiden Snow Report
Snow report from Wildhaus (near Heiden)
| Upper Snow Depths | 43in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 8in |
| Snow Conditions | wet hard |
| Last Snow | 28 February |
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | S F3 | |||||
| 3,609ft | 36°F
 +1in
| 34°F
 +1in
| 39°F
 | 36°F
| 44°F
 | 51°F
 | 54°F
|
| S F2 | S F3 | ||||||
| 3,133ft | 38°F
+1in
| 36°F
+1in
| 41°F
| 38°F
| 45°F
| 53°F
| 56°F
|
| 2,657ft | 40°F
+1in
| 38°F
+1in
| 43°F
| 38°F
| 46°F
| 55°F
| 60°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,657ft | 2,657ft | 2,657ft | 2,657ft | |||
| Max Town | 40°F | 38°F | 43°F | 38°F | 46°F | 55°F | 60°F |
| Min Town | 33°F | 32°F | 33°F | 35°F | 35°F | 32°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.
Heiden 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 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
1in New Snow
Light rain, light rain showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 38°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 38°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
14
1in New Snow
Light snow early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 43°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 38°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Fog first, light drizzle then drizzle, snow showers later.
Max 46°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 55°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear sky, fair 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
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Heiden, 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 Heiden, 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.
Heiden Snow Forecast updated at 19:35 PDT, next update expected 01:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Heiden
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Heiden
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Heiden, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Heiden, 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 Heiden 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 Heiden 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 Heiden 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.