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Lötschental Snow Forecast - 3rd May 2026

Lötschental Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 03 May 2026 07:42 UTC

Snow Forecast for Lötschental

Snow and Weather from 3 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Lötschental Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Lötschental?

Lötschental Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,000m)
Next Snow Expected6 May
Next Snow Amount 1cm 1in
Next 48 Hours 1cm -
Next 7 Days 14cm 6in
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Forecast for today in Lötschental

Max 14℃ 56°F
Min 4℃ 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
03

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Forecast times for Lötschental are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Lötschental from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Fri
08
Sat
09
Wind
2,700m 8,858ft
2℃ 35°F
Cloud
-1℃ 30°F
Light Snow
+7cm +3in
0℃ 32°F
Mixed
0℃ 32°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+4cm +2in
0℃ 32°F
Snow
+13cm +5in
1℃ 34°F
Clear
1℃ 33°F
Snow
+1cm
2,000m 6,562ft
9℃ 48°F
Cloud
5℃ 40°F
Light Snow
+1cm
6℃ 43°F
Mixed
7℃ 44°F
Cloud
+1cm +1in
4℃ 39°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+12cm +5in
6℃ 43°F
Clear
8℃ 45°F
Light Snow
1,300m 4,265ft
14℃ 56°F
Cloud
9℃ 48°F
Lt Drizzle
11℃ 51°F
Mixed
11℃ 52°F
Cloud
9℃ 47°F
Mixed
11℃ 51°F
Clear
12℃ 54°F
Lt Drizzle
Snow Line

varying 2,408m 7,900ft
to 1,808m 5,932ft

varying 2,608m 8,556ft
to 1,700m 5,577ft

varying 2,069m 6,788ft
to 1,546m 5,072ft

varying 2,531m 8,304ft
to 1,854m 6,083ft

Max Town 14℃ 56°F 9℃ 48°F 11℃ 51°F 11℃ 52°F 9℃ 47°F 11℃ 51°F 12℃ 54°F
Min Town 4℃ 38°F 4℃ 39°F 4℃ 39°F 4℃ 38°F 3℃ 37°F 2℃ 36°F 5℃ 41°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.

Snow Forecast near Lötschental

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Lötschental
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySuMoTuWeThFrSa
Saas-Fee 6cm 2in 28cm 11in
Crans-Montana 2cm 1in 26cm 10in
Grimentz 2cm 1in 23cm 9in
Adelboden 2cm 1in 20cm 8in
Grindelwald 1cm - 17cm 7in
Wengen 1cm - 10cm 4in
Kandersteg- 3cm 1in

Snow Reliability

Lötschental enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of up to 200 cm in peak season and significant snowfall throughout the winter months. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Lötschental

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Lötschental, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Lötschental, 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 Lötschental 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 Lötschental 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 Lötschental 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.