Fiesch Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 17 May 2026 13:46 UTC
Snow Forecast for Fiesch
Snow and Weather from 17 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Fiesch Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Fiesch?
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Forecast for today in Fiesch
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 12℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
17
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then clear spells, fair later.
Forecast times for Fiesch are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Sun 17 | Mon 18 | Tue 19 | Wed 20 | Thu 21 | Fri 22 | Sat 23 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,870m 9,416ft | -3℃ 26°F
 | -3℃ 26°F
 +1cm
| -2℃ 29°F
| 0℃ 32°F
 | 2℃ 36°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 40°F
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| 1,960m 6,430ft | 6℃ 43°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 17℃ 63°F
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| 1,050m 3,445ft | 12℃ 54°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 21℃ 69°F
| 23℃ 73°F
| 23℃ 73°F
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| Snow Line | varying 2,250m 7,382ft | varying 2,819m 9,249ft | varying 2,235m 7,333ft | ||||
| Max Town | 12℃ 54°F | 10℃ 51°F | 15℃ 59°F | 16℃ 61°F | 21℃ 69°F | 23℃ 73°F | 23℃ 73°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 25°F | 3℃ 38°F | 0℃ 31°F | 8℃ 46°F | 1℃ 34°F | 8℃ 47°F | 9℃ 48°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 Fiesch
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
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| Interlaken | 4cm 2in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Grindelwald | 6cm 2in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| San Domenico | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | 3cm 1in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Bellwald | 1cm 1in | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Wengen | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Fiesch typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm in winter. For the latest snowfall updates and snowmelt information, check J2Ski for accurate forecasts and conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Fiesch
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Fiesch, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Fiesch, 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 Fiesch 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 Fiesch 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 Fiesch 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.