Saanen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Saanen
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This is the Snow Forecast for Saanen, Switzerland for 16 days from 27 May.
Updated 27 May 2025 03:36 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Saanen.
Forecast for today in Saanen
Max 58°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
27
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Saanen has - new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Saanen Snow Report
Snow report from Zweisimmen (near Saanen)
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| Tue 27 | Wed 28 | Thu 29 | Fri 30 | Sat 31 | Sun 01 | Mon 02 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 9,843ft | 34°F
| 38°F
| 37°F
| 50°F
 | 51°F
| 49°F
 | 38°F
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| SW F2 | |||||||
| 6,644ft | 45°F
| 49°F
| 50°F
| 62°F
| 64°F
| 58°F
 | 49°F
|
| 3,445ft | 58°F
| 61°F
| 60°F
| 73°F
| 74°F
| 71°F
| 60°F
|
| Snow Line | 6,854ft | varying 9,314ft | 8,133ft | varying 9,052ft | |||
| Max Town | 58°F | 61°F | 60°F | 73°F | 74°F | 71°F | 60°F |
| Min Town | 43°F | 43°F | 47°F | 46°F | 50°F | 55°F | 54°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.
Saanen 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 58°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
27
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 61°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
28
New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then light rain, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 9,314ft to 8,855ft, with rain below.
Max 60°F
Min 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
29
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.
Max 73°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 73°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 74°F
Min 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 50°F to daytime highs around 74°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 71°F
Min 55°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 55°F to daytime highs around 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then rain showers later.
Max 60°F
Min 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
02
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 9,052ft to 8,921ft, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Saanen, 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 Saanen, 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.
Saanen Snow Forecast updated at 03:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Saanen
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nendaz | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Saanenmöser | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Schönried | 1in | 2in | |||||||
| Gstaad Mountain Rides | - | 1in | |||||||
| Crans-Montana | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Gstaad | 1in | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Saanen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Saanen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Saanen, 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 Saanen 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 Saanen 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 Saanen 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.