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Zermatt Snow Forecast - 24th May 2025

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Zermatt Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Zermatt

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This is the Snow Forecast for Zermatt, Switzerland for 16 days from 24 May.

Updated 24 May 2025 13:38 PDT.

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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zermatt.

Forecast for today in Zermatt

Max 55°F
Min 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
24

Snow unlikely

FairClearClearMixed

Fair, clear sky, clear spells later.

Zermatt has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Zermatt Snow Report

Zermatt Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths47in
Snow ConditionsNot Known
Last Snow22 May
Lifts Open2 Lifts

Zermatt 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Zermatt from OpenMeteo
Sat
24
Sun
25
Mon
26
Tue
27
Wed
28
Thu
29
Fri
30
WindNW F2NW F3NW F3NW F2
12,795ft
28°F
Clear
30°F
Cloud
31°F
Cloud
25°F
Fair
31°F
Cloud
31°F
Fair
37°F
Clear
NW F2NW F3NW F2
9,055ft
34°F
Fair
38°F
Cloud
38°F
Cloud
38°F
Mixed
45°F
Cloud
46°F
Mixed
53°F
Clear
NW F2
5,315ft
55°F
Clear
58°F
Cloud
60°F
Cloud
48°F
Mixed
55°F
Cloud
58°F
Fair
64°F
Clear
Snow Line

9,085ft

8,068ft

8,068ft

varying 9,970ft
to 9,577ft

Max Town55°F58°F60°F48°F55°F58°F64°F
Min Town36°F41°F40°F38°F43°F43°F55°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.

Zermatt 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 55°F
Min 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
24

Snow unlikely

FairClearClearMixed

Fair, clear sky, clear spells later.

Max 58°F
Min 41°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
25

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 60°F
Min 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 60°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
26

Snow unlikely

CloudLt RainCloudCloud

Cloudy, light rain showers, cloudy later.

Max 48°F
Min 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
27

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedMixedCloud

Clear spells early, then cloudy later.

Max 55°F
Min 43°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 55°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
28

Snow unlikely

CloudClearCloudLt Rain

Cloudy first, clear sky then cloudy, light rain later.

Max 58°F
Min 43°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 58°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
29

Snow unlikely

ClearFairFairFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Max 64°F
Min 55°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 55°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
30

Snow unlikely

ClearClearFairCloud

Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.

This Snow Forecast for Zermatt, 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 Zermatt, 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.

Zermatt Snow Forecast updated at 13:38 PDT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Zermatt

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Zermatt
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrSatSunMonTueWedThuFri 7 Day
Saas-Fee- -
Alagna Valsesia- -

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zermatt

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Zermatt, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Zermatt, 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 Zermatt 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 Zermatt 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 Zermatt 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.