Lötschental Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 11 April 2026 17:42 PDT
Snow Forecast for Lötschental
Snow and Weather from 12 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Lötschental Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Lötschental?
| Next Snow Expected | 13 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
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Forecast for today in Lötschental
Max 48°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
12
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow at altitude, cloudy, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 6,437ft to 4,921ft, with rain below.
Forecast times for Lötschental are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Sun 12 | Mon 13 | Tue 14 | Wed 15 | Thu 16 | Fri 17 | Sat 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 8,858ft | 32°F
+1in
| 30°F
 +3in
| 31°F
| 36°F
 | 34°F
| 35°F
| 35°F
|
| 6,562ft | 40°F
| 38°F
+2in
| 41°F
| 45°F
| 44°F
| 44°F
| 45°F
|
| 4,265ft | 48°F
| 46°F
| 49°F
| 53°F
| 52°F
| 52°F
| 53°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 6,437ft | varying 7,395ft | |||||
| Max Town | 48°F | 46°F | 49°F | 53°F | 52°F | 52°F | 53°F |
| Min Town | 37°F | 38°F | 40°F | 27°F | 33°F | 27°F | 32°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 Lötschental
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saas-Fee | 13in | 13in | |||||||
| Grindelwald | 7in | 9in | |||||||
| Grimentz | 5in | 5in | |||||||
| Adelboden | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Crans-Montana | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Wengen | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Kandersteg | - | - |
Snow Reliability
Lötschental enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of up to 200 cm in peak season and significant snowfall throughout the winter months. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Lötschental
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Lötschental, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Lötschental, 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 Lötschental 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 Lötschental 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 Lötschental 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.