Saastal Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Saastal
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Saastal, Switzerland for 16 days from 6 July.
Updated 05 July 2025 17:32 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 8 July |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| 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 Saastal.
Forecast for today in Saastal
Max 68°F
Min 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 50°F to daytime highs around 68°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
06
New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 10,397ft to 9,938ft, with rain below.
Saastal has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Saastal Snow Report
Snow report from Zermatt (11 miles from Saastal)
| Upper Snow Depths | 47in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Opens:1 Nov |
Ski area reported to be open, with 19 lifts running.
Saastal 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | Sat 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | NW F3 | NW F4 | NW F3 | |||
| 11,483ft | 45°F
| 38°F
 +1in
| 29°F
 +2in
| 35°F
| 40°F
 | 42°F
| 42°F
|
| E F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | |||||
| 8,299ft | 56°F
| 48°F
| 39°F
+1in
| 47°F
| 53°F
| 47°F
| 47°F
|
| SE F2 | E F3 | NW F2 | |||||
| 5,115ft | 68°F
| 61°F
| 52°F
| 60°F
| 66°F
| 60°F
| 57°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 10,397ft | varying 9,708ft | varying 8,363ft | ||||
| Max Town | 68°F | 61°F | 52°F | 60°F | 66°F | 60°F | 57°F |
| Min Town | 50°F | 45°F | 41°F | 39°F | 45°F | 44°F | 47°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.
Saastal 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 68°F
Min 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 50°F to daytime highs around 68°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
06
New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 10,397ft to 9,938ft, with rain below.
Max 61°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
up to 1in New Snow
Light rain showers, clear spells, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 9,708ft to 8,002ft, with rain below.
Max 52°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 2in New Snow
Light rain first, clear spells then rain showers, fair later.
Snow Line from 8,363ft to 7,280ft, with rain below.
Max 60°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 66°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 66°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 60°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 57°F
Min 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then rain showers, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Saastal, 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 Saastal, 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.
Saastal Snow Forecast updated at 17:32 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Saastal
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saas-Fee | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Grimentz | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Saas Grund | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Zermatt | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Breuil-Cervinia | 2in | 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Saastal
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Saastal, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Saastal, 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 Saastal 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 Saastal 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 Saastal 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.