Vals / Valsertal Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Vals / Valsertal
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This is the Snow Forecast for Vals / Valsertal, Switzerland for 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 23:37 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 7 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 9in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Vals / Valsertal.
Forecast for today in Vals / Valsertal
Max 51°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 6,755ft to 4,688ft, with rain below.
Vals / Valsertal has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Vals / Valsertal Snow Report
Snow report from Laax (near Vals / Valsertal)
| Upper Snow Depths | 12in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Last Snow | 18 April |
Vals / Valsertal 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 9,843ft | 31°F
| 32°F
 +1in
| 29°F
 +1in
| 27°F
 +5in
| 33°F
+1in
| 37°F
 | 36°F
|
| 6,972ft | 38°F
| 38°F
+1in
| 39°F
+1in
| 37°F
+4in
| 43°F
| 47°F
| 47°F
|
| 4,101ft | 51°F
| 53°F
 | 50°F
| 47°F
| 56°F
| 61°F
| 63°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 6,755ft | varying 6,985ft | varying 7,083ft | varying 6,788ft | varying 7,772ft | varying 8,593ft | |
| Max Town | 51°F | 53°F | 50°F | 47°F | 56°F | 61°F | 63°F |
| Min Town | 36°F | 41°F | 39°F | 38°F | 41°F | 41°F | 44°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.
Vals / Valsertal 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 51°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 6,755ft to 4,688ft, with rain below.
Max 53°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then cloudy, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 6,985ft to 5,738ft, with rain below.
Max 50°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 7,083ft to 5,902ft, with rain below.
Max 47°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
up to 5in New Snow
Snow at altitude first, light snow at altitude then light rain, fog later.
Snow Line from 6,788ft to 5,148ft, with rain below.
Max 56°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
10
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, fair then light rain, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 7,772ft to 7,280ft, with rain below.
Max 61°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Fair, light rain showers, clear sky later.
Max 63°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Vals / Valsertal, 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 Vals / Valsertal, 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.
Vals / Valsertal Snow Forecast updated at 23:37 PDT, next update expected 05:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Vals / Valsertal
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disentis Sedrun | 4in | 8in | |||||||
| Madesimo | 5in | 8in | |||||||
| Flims | 3in | 7in | |||||||
| Avers / Cresta | 2in | 6in | |||||||
| Laax | 1in | 3in | |||||||
| Lenzerheide - Valbella | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Parpan | 1in | 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Vals / Valsertal
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Vals / Valsertal, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Vals / Valsertal, 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 Vals / Valsertal 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 Vals / Valsertal 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 Vals / Valsertal 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.