Realp Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 15 March 2026 00:42 UTC
Snow Forecast for Realp
Snow and Weather from 15 March.
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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Realp Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Realp?
| Next Snow Expected | 15 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 13cm 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | 13cm 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 24cm 9in |
Forecast for today in Realp
Max 3℃ 38°F
Min -5℃ 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 22°F and rising to 3℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
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13cm 5in New Snow
Heavy snow first, heavy snow showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,550m 5,085ft ).
Forecast times for Realp are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 15 March 2026 07:49 UTC
Powder Possible :- 12cm 5in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Realp over the next 2 days.
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| Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,660m 5,446ft | 3℃ 36°F
 +13cm +5in
| 2℃ 35°F
 | 5℃ 40°F
| 3℃ 37°F
 | 6℃ 42°F
| 4℃ 40°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
+4cm +2in
|
| 1,605m 5,266ft | 3℃ 37°F
+13cm +5in
| 2℃ 36°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
+4cm +2in
|
| 1,550m 5,085ft | 3℃ 38°F
+13cm +5in
| 2℃ 36°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 5℃ 41°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 31°F
+4cm +2in
|
| Snow Line | 1,550m 5,085ft | 1,550m 5,085ft | 1,550m 5,085ft | 1,550m 5,085ft | |||
| Max Town | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°F | 5℃ 41°F | 3℃ 38°F | 7℃ 44°F | 5℃ 41°F | -1℃ 31°F |
| Min Town | -5℃ 22°F | -5℃ 22°F | -3℃ 26°F | -7℃ 20°F | -7℃ 18°F | -6℃ 20°F | -3℃ 26°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 Realp
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiesch | 12cm 5in | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Grindelwald | 11cm 4in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Andermatt | 11cm 4in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Meiringen - Hasliberg | 11cm 4in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| SkiArena Andermatt-Sedrun | 12cm 5in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Sedrun | 9cm 3in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Disentis | 7cm 3in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Disentis Sedrun | 9cm 3in | 17cm 7in |
Snow Reliability
Realp enjoys excellent snow reliability, with average snow depths ranging from 100 to 200 cm throughout the season. For the most current snow conditions and depth, check J2Ski for timely updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Realp
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Realp, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Realp, 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 Realp 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 Realp 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 Realp 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.