Zinal Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Zinal
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This is the Snow Forecast for Zinal, Switzerland for 16 days from 18 June.
Updated 17 June 2025 21:34 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zinal.
Forecast for today in Zinal
Max 70°F
Min 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 52°F to daytime highs around 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Zinal has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Zinal Snow Report
Snow report from St-Luc (8 miles from Zinal)
| Upper Snow Depths | 31in |
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| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Opens:19 Dec |
Ski area reported to be open, with 1 lifts running.
Zinal 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 9,547ft | 54°F
| 56°F
| 57°F
 | 54°F
| 58°F
 | 55°F
| 57°F
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| SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 7,513ft | 64°F
| 65°F
| 66°F
| 64°F
| 67°F
| 61°F
 | 62°F
|
| 5,479ft | 70°F
| 72°F
| 75°F
| 72°F
| 75°F
| 73°F
| 76°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 70°F | 72°F | 75°F | 72°F | 75°F | 73°F | 76°F |
| Min Town | 52°F | 54°F | 56°F | 58°F | 60°F | 60°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.
Zinal 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 70°F
Min 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 52°F to daytime highs around 70°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 72°F
Min 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 54°F to daytime highs around 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Max 75°F
Min 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 56°F to daytime highs around 75°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then light rain showers, clear spells later.
Max 72°F
Min 58°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 58°F to daytime highs around 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
21
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 75°F
Min 60°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 60°F to daytime highs around 75°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
22
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 73°F
Min 60°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 60°F to daytime highs around 73°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 76°F
Min 57°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 57°F to daytime highs around 76°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
24
Snow unlikely
Fair.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Zinal, 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 Zinal, 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.
Zinal Snow Forecast updated at 21:34 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zinal
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Zinal, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Zinal, 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 Zinal 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 Zinal 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 Zinal 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.