Gstaad Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Gstaad
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This is the Snow Forecast for Gstaad, Switzerland for 16 days from 6 July.
Updated 06 July 2025 01:35 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Gstaad.
Forecast for today in Gstaad
Max 71°F
Min 53°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 53°F to daytime highs around 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, light rain later.
Gstaad has 6in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Gstaad Snow Report
Snow report from Zweisimmen (near Gstaad)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Ski area reported to be open, with 1 lifts running.
Gstaad 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | Sat 12 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 9,843ft | 47°F
 | 35°F
+3in
| 35°F
 +2in
| 43°F
| 47°F
| 53°F
 | 56°F
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| SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 6,480ft | 58°F
| 47°F
 | 46°F
| 54°F
| 58°F
| 65°F
| 68°F
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| NE F3 | |||||||
| 3,117ft | 71°F
| 59°F
| 56°F
 | 64°F
| 68°F
| 77°F
| 81°F
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| Snow Line | 9,675ft | varying 9,183ft | varying 8,100ft | ||||
| Max Town | 71°F | 59°F | 56°F | 64°F | 68°F | 77°F | 81°F |
| Min Town | 53°F | 51°F | 46°F | 41°F | 45°F | 49°F | 56°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.
Gstaad 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 71°F
Min 53°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 53°F to daytime highs around 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, light rain later.
Max 59°F
Min 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 51°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain showers.
Snow Line from 9,183ft to 7,477ft, with rain below.
Max 56°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 2in New Snow
Light rain showers first, cloudy then light rain, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 8,100ft to 7,018ft, with rain below.
Max 64°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 68°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 68°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Max 77°F
Min 49°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 49°F to daytime highs around 77°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 81°F
Min 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 56°F to daytime highs around 81°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
This Snow Forecast for Gstaad, 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 Gstaad, 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.
Gstaad Snow Forecast updated at 01:35 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Gstaad
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gstaad Mountain Rides | 6in | 6in | |||||||
| Saanen | 6in | 6in | |||||||
| Saanenmöser | 5in | 5in | |||||||
| Schönried | 4in | 4in | |||||||
| Crans-Montana | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Nendaz | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Grimentz | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Adelboden | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gstaad
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gstaad, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gstaad, 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 Gstaad 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 Gstaad 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 Gstaad 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.