Aletsch Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Aletsch
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This is the Snow Forecast for Aletsch, Switzerland for 16 days from 6 July.
Updated 06 July 2025 18:36 UTC.
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Aletsch. |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Aletsch.
Forecast for today in Aletsch
Max 25℃ 77°F
Min 13℃ 55°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ 55°F to daytime highs around 25℃ 77°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then cloudy, light rain showers later.
Aletsch has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Aletsch Snow Report
Snow report from Saas-Fee (near Aletsch)
| Upper Snow Depths | 376cm 148in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 11cm 4in |
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Opens:12 Jul |
Ski area reported to be open, with 6 lifts running.
Aletsch 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | Sat 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | SW F3 | NW F3 | ||||
| 2,900m 9,514ft | 14℃ 56°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 4℃ 38°F
+1cm
| 8℃ 46°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 13℃ 55°F
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| SW F2 | W F2 | ||||||
| 1,975m 6,480ft | 18℃ 65°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 9℃ 49°F
 | 14℃ 56°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 18℃ 65°F
| 15℃ 60°F
|
| SE F2 | S F3 | ||||||
| 1,050m 3,445ft | 25℃ 77°F
| 22℃ 72°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 20℃ 67°F
| 23℃ 73°F
 | 24℃ 75°F
| 22℃ 72°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,869m 9,413ft | varying 2,489m 8,166ft | 2,149m 7,051ft | ||||
| Max Town | 25℃ 77°F | 22℃ 72°F | 16℃ 60°F | 20℃ 67°F | 23℃ 73°F | 24℃ 75°F | 22℃ 72°F |
| Min Town | 13℃ 55°F | 10℃ 51°F | 8℃ 46°F | 7℃ 44°F | 8℃ 46°F | 10℃ 50°F | 14℃ 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.
Aletsch 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 25℃ 77°F
Min 13℃ 55°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ 55°F to daytime highs around 25℃ 77°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then cloudy, light rain showers later.
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 10℃ 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 51°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 16℃ 60°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 60°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 1cm New Snow
Light rain showers early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,489m 8,166ft to 2,119m 6,952ft , with rain below.
Max 20℃ 67°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 67°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then fair, clear sky later.
Max 23℃ 73°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 23℃ 73°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 24℃ 75°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 24℃ 75°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear spells later.
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 14℃ 57°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ 57°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
12
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Aletsch, 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 Aletsch, on any given piste 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.
Aletsch Snow Forecast updated at 18:36 UTC, next update expected 00:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Aletsch
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grindelwald | 26cm 10in | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Interlaken | 18cm 7in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | 9cm 3in | 9cm 3in | |||||||
| Adelboden | 4cm 1in | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Riederalp | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Wengen | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Bettmeralp | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Aletsch
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Aletsch, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Aletsch, 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 Aletsch 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 Aletsch 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 Aletsch 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.