Gstaad Mountain Rides Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Gstaad Mountain Rides
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Gstaad Mountain Rides, Switzerland for 16 days from 7 July.
Updated 07 July 2025 03:41 BST.
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Gstaad Mountain Rides. |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Gstaad Mountain Rides.
Forecast for today in Gstaad Mountain Rides
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 11℃ 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 51°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
up to 6cm up to 2in New Snow
Light rain showers first, cloudy then thunderstorms, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,909m 9,544ft to 2,369m 7,772ft , with rain below.
Gstaad Mountain Rides has 12cm 5in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Gstaad Mountain Rides Snow Report
Snow report from Crans-Montana ( 23km 14 miles from Gstaad Mountain Rides)
| Upper Snow Depths | 80cm 31in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | - |
Ski area reported to be open, with 4 lifts running.
Gstaad Mountain Rides 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
Get this snow forecast by e-mail
| Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | Sat 12 | Sun 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,000m 9,843ft | 4℃ 39°F
 +6cm +2in
| 1℃ 34°F
+6cm +2in
| 3℃ 38°F
| 7℃ 44°F
 | 9℃ 48°F
 | 13℃ 55°F
| 10℃ 51°F
|
| SW F2 | NE F2 | ||||||
| 1,975m 6,480ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 19℃ 67°F
| 18℃ 64°F
|
| 950m 3,117ft | 17℃ 63°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 20℃ 68°F
| 22℃ 72°F
| 28℃ 81°F
| 26℃ 78°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,909m 9,544ft | varying 2,399m 7,871ft | |||||
| Max Town | 17℃ 63°F | 14℃ 58°F | 17℃ 62°F | 20℃ 68°F | 22℃ 72°F | 28℃ 81°F | 26℃ 78°F |
| Min Town | 11℃ 51°F | 6℃ 43°F | 5℃ 42°F | 7℃ 45°F | 9℃ 48°F | 14℃ 57°F | 16℃ 61°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.
Gstaad Mountain Rides 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 17℃ 63°F
Min 11℃ 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 51°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
up to 6cm up to 2in New Snow
Light rain showers first, cloudy then thunderstorms, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,909m 9,544ft to 2,369m 7,772ft , with rain below.
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 6cm up to 2in New Snow
Rain showers first, cloudy then rain showers, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,399m 7,871ft to 1,969m 6,460ft , with rain below.
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then clear spells, fair later.
Max 20℃ 68°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 68°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Fair.
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 28℃ 81°F
Min 14℃ 57°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ 57°F to daytime highs around 28℃ 81°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 26℃ 78°F
Min 16℃ 61°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 16℃ 61°F to daytime highs around 26℃ 78°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Gstaad Mountain Rides, 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 Gstaad Mountain Rides, 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.
Gstaad Mountain Rides Snow Forecast updated at 03:41 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Gstaad Mountain Rides
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gstaad | 22cm 9in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Saanenmöser | 13cm 5in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Schönried | 13cm 5in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Saanen | 12cm 5in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Nendaz | 11cm 4in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Crans-Montana | 5cm 2in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Adelboden | 4cm 2in | 4cm 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gstaad Mountain Rides
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gstaad Mountain Rides, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gstaad Mountain Rides, 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 Gstaad Mountain Rides 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 Gstaad Mountain Rides 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 Gstaad Mountain Rides 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.