Gurten Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Gurten
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This is the Snow Forecast for Gurten, Switzerland for 16 days from 30 January.
Updated 30 January 2025 06:33 GMT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Gurten.
Forecast for today in Gurten
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Gurten has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Gurten Snow Report
Snow report from Rüschegg - Eywald (18km11 miles from Gurten)
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| Thu 30 | Fri 31 | Sat 01 | Sun 02 | Mon 03 | Tue 04 | Wed 05 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 840m2,756ft | 5℃42°F
| 3℃38°F
 | 2℃35°F
| 3℃37°F
 | 3℃36°F
| 4℃38°F
 | 4℃39°F
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| 645m2,116ft | 6℃43°F
| 5℃40°F
| 2℃36°F
| 3℃38°F
 | 3℃37°F
| 2℃36°F
| 3℃37°F
|
| 450m1,476ft | 8℃46°F
| 6℃43°F
| 3℃38°F
| 5℃40°F
| 4℃39°F
| 4℃40°F
| 5℃42°F
|
| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 8℃46°F | 6℃43°F | 3℃38°F | 5℃40°F | 4℃39°F | 4℃40°F | 5℃42°F |
| Min Town | 2℃35°F | 2℃36°F | 1℃33°F | 0℃32°F | -1℃31°F | -2℃28°F | -3℃26°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.
Gurten 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
31
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, light rain, cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
02
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear spells, fog later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
03
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear spells, fog later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
04
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear spells then clear sky, fog later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
05
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then clear sky later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Gurten, 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 Gurten, 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.
Gurten Snow Forecast updated at 06:33 GMT, next update expected 12:00 GMT.
Snow Forecast near Gurten
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boltigen | 7cm3in | 7cm3in | |||||||
| Diemtigtal | 6cm2in | 7cm3in | |||||||
| Oberwil | 7cm3in | 7cm3in | |||||||
| Schwarzsee | 6cm3in | 7cm3in | |||||||
| Rüschegg - Eywald | 5cm2in | 5cm2in | |||||||
| Schwefelberg-Bad | 5cm2in | 5cm2in | |||||||
| Beatenberg | 4cm1in | 4cm1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gurten
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gurten, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gurten, 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 Gurten 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 Gurten 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 Gurten 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.