Aletsch Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 11 May 2026 13:47 BST
Snow Forecast for Aletsch
Snow and Weather from 11 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Aletsch Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Aletsch?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 16cm 6in |
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Forecast for today in Aletsch
Max 11℃ 53°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
11
up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow
Light drizzle first, cloudy then clear spells, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 2,373m 7,785ft to 1,635m 5,364ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Aletsch are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Mon 11 | Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,900m 9,514ft | -1℃ 29°F
 +5cm +2in
| -5℃ 23°F
 +6cm +2in
| -2℃ 28°F
 | -5℃ 24°F
+1cm
| -4℃ 25°F
 +4cm +2in
| -5℃ 23°F
+7cm +3in
| -1℃ 30°F
|
| 1,975m 6,480ft | 5℃ 40°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
+6cm +2in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 1℃ 34°F
| 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+7cm +3in
| 5℃ 40°F
|
| 1,050m 3,445ft | 11℃ 53°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 12℃ 53°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,373m 7,785ft | varying 1,665m 5,463ft | varying 2,158m 7,080ft | varying 2,219m 7,280ft | varying 1,942m 6,371ft | ||
| Max Town | 11℃ 53°F | 8℃ 47°F | 12℃ 54°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 48°F | 7℃ 45°F | 12℃ 53°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 42°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 33°F | -1℃ 29°F | -2℃ 28°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 38°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 Aletsch
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grindelwald | 28cm 11in | 67cm 26in | |||||||
| Interlaken | 25cm 10in | 65cm 26in | |||||||
| Adelboden | 18cm 7in | 49cm 19in | |||||||
| Kandersteg | 11cm 4in | 49cm 19in | |||||||
| Wengen | 14cm 5in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Fiescheralp | 19cm 8in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | 10cm 4in | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Bettmeralp | 11cm 4in | 14cm 6in |
Snow Reliability
Aletsch enjoys reliable snow conditions with average snow depths reaching up to 3 meters during peak season. Regular snowfall throughout the winter months helps maintain excellent skiing conditions, and for the latest updates, check J2Ski for real-time snow information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Aletsch
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Aletsch, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Aletsch, 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 Aletsch 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 Aletsch 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 Aletsch 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.