Schönried Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Schönried
This is the Snow Forecast for Schönried, Switzerland for 16 days from 7 December.
Updated 07 December 2025 04:37 UTC.
Forecast times for Schönried are in Central European Time (Europe/Zurich).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Schönried.
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Schönried Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Schönried?
| Next Snow Expected | 7 December |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 7cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 7cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 7cm 3in |
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Forecast for today in Schönried
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min 3℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
07
up to 21cm up to 8in New Snow
Light snow at altitude early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,249m 7,379ft to 1,429m 4,688ft , with rain below.
Schönried has 21cm 8in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Schönried Snow Report
Snow report from Zweisimmen (near Schönried)
| Upper Snow Depths | 50cm 20in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 30cm 12in |
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Opens:20 Dec |
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| Last Snow | 21 November |
Ski area reported to be open, with 1 lifts running.
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| Sun 07 | Mon 08 | Tue 09 | Wed 10 | Thu 11 | Fri 12 | Sat 13 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 3,000m 9,843ft | -6℃ 21°F
 +21cm +8in
| -3℃ 26°F
 | -1℃ 29°F
 | -4℃ 25°F
| -4℃ 24°F
| -2℃ 29°F
| -5℃ 24°F
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| SW F2 | |||||||
| 2,116m 6,941ft | 1℃ 33°F
+7cm +3in
| 3℃ 38°F
| 5℃ 42°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 | 3℃ 37°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 2℃ 35°F
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| 1,231m 4,039ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 45°F
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| Snow Line | varying 2,249m 7,379ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 5℃ 41°F | 8℃ 47°F | 11℃ 51°F | 8℃ 46°F | 7℃ 45°F | 8℃ 47°F | 7℃ 45°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 36°F | 4℃ 39°F | 1℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°F | 0℃ 32°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°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 Schönried
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
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| Nendaz | 37cm 14in | 37cm 14in | |||||||
| Gstaad Mountain Rides | 26cm 10in | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Gstaad | 25cm 10in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Saanen | 24cm 10in | 24cm 10in | |||||||
| Saanenmöser | 24cm 9in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Crans-Montana | 23cm 9in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Adelboden | 13cm 5in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Thyon les Collons | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Schönried typically enjoys reliable snow cover, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm in peak season. For the latest snow conditions, including snowfall updates, check J2Ski for accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Schönried
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Schönried, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Schönried, 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 Schönried 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 Schönried 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 Schönried 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.