Zermatt Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Zermatt
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Zermatt, Switzerland for 16 days from 4 July.
Updated 04 July 2025 05:38 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 7 July |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| 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 Zermatt.
Forecast for today in Zermatt
Max 75°F
Min 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 75°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Zermatt has - new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Zermatt Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 47in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Opens:1 Nov |
| Lifts Open | 15 Lifts |
Ski area reported to be open, with 15 lifts running.
Zermatt 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | W F2 | ||
| 12,795ft | 47°F
 | 47°F
| 38°F
 | 31°F
| 22°F
| 38°F
 | 43°F
|
| NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | W F2 | ||||
| 9,055ft | 60°F
| 58°F
| 51°F
 | 43°F
+1in
| 33°F
| 48°F
| 54°F
|
| SW F2 | W F2 | ||||||
| 5,315ft | 75°F
| 74°F
| 65°F
| 55°F
| 45°F
| 64°F
| 70°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 10,758ft | varying 9,839ft | varying 8,297ft | ||||
| Max Town | 75°F | 74°F | 65°F | 55°F | 45°F | 64°F | 70°F |
| Min Town | 54°F | 58°F | 49°F | 40°F | 37°F | 36°F | 57°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 75°F
Min 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 75°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Max 74°F
Min 58°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 58°F to daytime highs around 74°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear spells later.
Max 65°F
Min 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 49°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
06
New Snow
Fair, rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 10,758ft to 10,495ft, with rain below.
Max 55°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then fair, light rain later.
Snow Line from 9,839ft to 8,133ft, with rain below.
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
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
New Snow
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
Snow Line from 8,297ft to 8,068ft, with rain below.
Max 64°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 70°F
Min 57°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 57°F to daytime highs around 70°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
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 05:38 PDT, next update expected 08:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Zermatt
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saas-Fee | - | 1in | |||||||
| Breuil-Cervinia | - | 1in | |||||||
| 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.