Chandolin Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 05 May 2026 13:41 UTC
Snow Forecast for Chandolin
Snow and Weather from 5 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Chandolin Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Chandolin?
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 15cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 21cm 8in |
Forecast for today in Chandolin
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
05
1cm to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow, snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,200m 7,218ft to resort level ( 2,000m 6,562ft ).
Forecast times for Chandolin are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Tue 05 | Wed 06 | Thu 07 | Fri 08 | Sat 09 | Sun 10 | Mon 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,715m 8,907ft | 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
 +13cm +5in
| 1℃ 34°F
 +2cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
 | 5℃ 40°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 39°F
| 3℃ 37°F
 +1cm
|
| 2,358m 7,735ft | 5℃ 40°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+10cm +4in
| 4℃ 38°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 5℃ 42°F
|
| 2,000m 6,562ft | 7℃ 45°F
 +1cm
| 3℃ 38°F
+9cm +3in
| 6℃ 43°F
+3cm +1in
| 9℃ 48°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 8℃ 47°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,200m 7,218ft | varying 2,246m 7,369ft | 2,000m 6,562ft | varying 2,354m 7,723ft | varying 2,231m 7,320ft | varying 2,154m 7,067ft | |
| Max Town | 7℃ 45°F | 3℃ 38°F | 6℃ 43°F | 9℃ 48°F | 10℃ 49°F | 9℃ 49°F | 8℃ 47°F |
| Min Town | -1℃ 31°F | -2℃ 29°F | -4℃ 24°F | -6℃ 21°F | -3℃ 27°F | 1℃ 34°F | -3℃ 27°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.
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Snow Forecast near Chandolin
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saas-Fee | 22cm 9in | 48cm 19in | |||||||
| Breuil-Cervinia | 16cm 6in | 35cm 14in | |||||||
| Sierre-Anniviers | 22cm 9in | 32cm 13in | |||||||
| Verbier | 16cm 6in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Zermatt | 10cm 4in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Gstaad Mountain Rides | 8cm 3in | 24cm 10in | |||||||
| St-Luc | 12cm 5in | 24cm 10in | |||||||
| Zinal | 18cm 7in | 24cm 10in |
Snow Reliability
Chandolin enjoys a reliable snow season, typically with a snow depth of 100 cm or more during peak months. Average snowfall reaches around 300 cm annually, with snowmelt starting in late April. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chandolin
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Chandolin, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Chandolin, 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 Chandolin 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 Chandolin 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 Chandolin 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.