Schwyz Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Schwyz
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This is the Snow Forecast for Schwyz, Switzerland for 16 days from 14 March.
Updated 13 March 2025 21:40 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Schwyz.
Forecast for today in Schwyz
Max 45°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Light rain early, then cloudy later.
Schwyz has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Schwyz Snow Report
Snow report from Sattel-Hochstuckli (3 miles from Schwyz)
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | 28 February |
Schwyz 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | SE F2 | |||||
| 5,151ft | 30°F
| 32°F
 | 31°F
 +1in
| 31°F
| 36°F
 | 40°F
| 43°F
|
| 3,422ft | 36°F
| 38°F
 | 36°F
+1in
| 37°F
| 41°F
| 46°F
| 51°F
|
| 1,693ft | 45°F
| 45°F
| 42°F
 | 40°F
| 44°F
| 49°F
| 54°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,982ft | varying 2,818ft | |||||
| Max Town | 45°F | 45°F | 42°F | 40°F | 44°F | 49°F | 54°F |
| Min Town | 37°F | 37°F | 35°F | 31°F | 29°F | 28°F | 33°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.
Schwyz 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 45°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Light rain early, then cloudy later.
Max 45°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then cloudy, light rain later.
Max 42°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 1in New Snow
Fog early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,982ft to 2,589ft, with rain below.
Max 40°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
17
New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,818ft to 2,523ft, with rain below.
Max 44°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Max 49°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Max 54°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Schwyz, 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 Schwyz, 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.
Schwyz Snow Forecast updated at 21:40 PDT, next update expected 03:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Schwyz
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disentis Sedrun | 5in | 5in | |||||||
| Beckenried | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Einsiedeln | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Engelberg | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Unteriberg | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Handgruobi | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Sattel-Hochstuckli | 2in | 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Schwyz
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Schwyz, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Schwyz, 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 Schwyz 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 Schwyz 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 Schwyz 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.