Riederalp Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Riederalp
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Riederalp, Switzerland for 16 days from 6 July.
Updated 05 July 2025 21:34 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 8 July |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | - |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Riederalp.
Forecast for today in Riederalp
Max 61°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then rain showers, light rain later.
Riederalp has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Riederalp Snow Report
Snow report from Saas-Fee (near Riederalp)
| Upper Snow Depths | 148in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 4in |
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Opens:12 Jul |
Ski area reported to be open, with 6 lifts running.
Riederalp 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | Sat 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||||
| 9,514ft | 50°F
| 44°F
| 35°F
 +3in
| 40°F
 | 45°F
 | 53°F
| 57°F
|
| 7,874ft | 56°F
| 50°F
| 43°F
| 48°F
| 53°F
| 63°F
| 65°F
|
| W F3 | |||||||
| 6,234ft | 61°F
| 56°F
| 51°F
| 59°F
| 64°F
| 62°F
| 63°F
|
| Snow Line | 8,297ft | varying 8,297ft | |||||
| Max Town | 61°F | 56°F | 51°F | 59°F | 64°F | 62°F | 63°F |
| Min Town | 46°F | 40°F | 38°F | 36°F | 40°F | 41°F | 45°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.
Riederalp 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 61°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then rain showers, light rain later.
Max 56°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers first, fog then clear spells, light rain showers later.
Max 51°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain showers first, rain showers then cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 8,297ft to 7,182ft, with rain below.
Max 59°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, fair later.
Max 64°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, fair later.
Max 62°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max 63°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
12
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fair, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Riederalp, 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 Riederalp, 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.
Riederalp Snow Forecast updated at 21:34 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Riederalp
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grindelwald | 8in | 8in | |||||||
| Interlaken | 6in | 6in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Bettmeralp | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Fiescheralp | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Aletsch | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Adelboden | - | - | |||||||
| Wengen | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Riederalp
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Riederalp, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Riederalp, 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 Riederalp 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 Riederalp 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 Riederalp 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.