Zermatt Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Zermatt
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This is the Snow Forecast for Zermatt, Switzerland for 16 days from 15 July.
Updated 15 July 2025 20:32 UTC.
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| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Zermatt. | |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zermatt.
Forecast for today in Zermatt
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 11℃ 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 52°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.
Zermatt has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Zermatt Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 120cm 47in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Opens:1 Nov |
| Planned Opening | |
| Saturday 1st November 2025 | |
| Planned Closing | |
| Thursday 30th April 2026 | |
The ski area is reported to be closed.
Zermatt 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
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| Wind | NW F3 | SW F2 | |||||
| 3,900m 12,795ft | 7℃ 44°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 | 6℃ 42°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 4℃ 39°F
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| SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 2,760m 9,055ft | 14℃ 56°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 9℃ 49°F
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| SW F2 | |||||||
| 1,620m 5,315ft | 22℃ 72°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 21℃ 69°F
| 20℃ 67°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 22℃ 71°F
| 19℃ 65°F
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| Snow Line | varying 3,389m 11,119ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 22℃ 72°F | 18℃ 64°F | 21℃ 69°F | 20℃ 67°F | 17℃ 63°F | 22℃ 71°F | 19℃ 65°F |
| Min Town | 11℃ 52°F | 10℃ 50°F | 11℃ 51°F | 11℃ 51°F | 11℃ 52°F | 10℃ 50°F | 12℃ 54°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.
Zermatt Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 11℃ 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 52°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 21℃ 69°F
Min 11℃ 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 51°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 69°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then fair, clear sky later.
Max 20℃ 67°F
Min 11℃ 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 51°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then clear sky, fair later.
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 11℃ 52°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 52°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then rain showers, clear spells later.
Max 22℃ 71°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 71°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 19℃ 65°F
Min 12℃ 54°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ 54°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 65°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,389m 11,119ft to 3,319m 10,889ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Zermatt, Switzerland gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Zermatt, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Zermatt Snow Forecast updated at 20:32 UTC, next update expected 23:00 UTC.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zermatt
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Zermatt, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Zermatt, 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 Zermatt 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 Zermatt 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 Zermatt 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.