Bellwald Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 18 May 2026 02:41 BST
Snow Forecast for Bellwald
Snow and Weather from 18 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Bellwald Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Bellwald?
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Bellwald. |
Forecast for today in Bellwald
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 6℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
18
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,231m 7,320ft to 1,985m 6,512ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Bellwald are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Mon 18 | Tue 19 | Wed 20 | Thu 21 | Fri 22 | Sat 23 | Sun 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,600m 8,530ft | -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
| 3℃ 37°F
 +2cm +1in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 7℃ 45°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 6℃ 43°F
|
| 2,100m 6,890ft | 2℃ 36°F
| 5℃ 42°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 13℃ 54°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 11℃ 52°F
|
| 1,600m 5,249ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 14℃ 58°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,231m 7,320ft | varying 2,185m 7,169ft | |||||
| Max Town | 6℃ 42°F | 9℃ 48°F | 11℃ 52°F | 14℃ 58°F | 16℃ 60°F | 16℃ 61°F | 14℃ 58°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 28°F | -5℃ 22°F | 1℃ 34°F | -3℃ 26°F | 3℃ 38°F | 5℃ 41°F | 6℃ 43°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 Bellwald
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interlaken | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Grindelwald | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | 5cm 2in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Fiesch | 4cm 2in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Wengen | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| San Domenico | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in |
Snow Reliability
Bellwald enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically featuring depths of up to 200 cm in peak season. With consistent snowfall throughout winter, skiers are encouraged to check the latest updates on J2Ski for current snow conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bellwald
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Bellwald, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Bellwald, 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 Bellwald 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 Bellwald 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 Bellwald 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.