Kandersteg Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Kandersteg
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This is the Snow Forecast for Kandersteg, Switzerland for 16 days from 25 March.
Updated 25 March 2025 20:32 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 28 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 24cm 9in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Kandersteg.
Forecast for today in Kandersteg
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Fair, light rain showers, rain showers later.
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Updated 25 March 2025 22:39 GMT
Powder Possible :- 22cm 9in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Kandersteg over the next 4 days.
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Kandersteg Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
|---|---|
| Last Snow | 16 March |
| Lifts Open | 1 Lifts |
Kandersteg 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 1,960m 6,430ft | 2℃ 35°F
 | 1℃ 33°F
 +1cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
 | 3℃ 37°F
+4cm +2in
| -4℃ 25°F
+18cm +7in
| 2℃ 35°F
 | 3℃ 38°F
 +1cm
|
| 1,565m 5,135ft | 4℃ 39°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+4cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +17cm +7in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 3℃ 38°F
|
| 1,170m 3,839ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 5℃ 42°F
| 9℃ 47°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
+16cm +6in
| 6℃ 42°F
| 6℃ 44°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,659m 5,443ft | varying 1,589m 5,213ft | varying 1,589m 5,213ft | 1,170m 3,839ft | 1,259m 4,131ft | varying 1,199m 3,934ft | |
| Max Town | 7℃ 45°F | 6℃ 43°F | 5℃ 42°F | 9℃ 47°F | 0℃ 32°F | 6℃ 42°F | 6℃ 44°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 34°F | -2℃ 28°F | -5℃ 24°F | -1℃ 30°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.
Kandersteg 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 7℃ 45°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Fair, light rain showers, rain showers later.
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, rain showers then light rain showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 1,589m 5,213ft to 1,399m 4,590ft , with rain below.
Max 5℃ 42°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Fog first, light rain showers then cloudy, fair later.
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
1cm to 4cm up to 2in New Snow
Clear sky, clear spells, light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,589m 5,213ft to resort level.
Max 0℃ 32°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -2℃ 28°F to daytime highs around 0℃ 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
16cm to 18cm 6in to 7in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, snow showers then light snow, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min -5℃ 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 24°F and rising to 6℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 6℃ 44°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
31
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear spells.
Snow Line from 1,199m 3,934ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Kandersteg, 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 Kandersteg, 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.
Kandersteg Snow Forecast updated at 20:32 GMT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Kandersteg
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelboden | 4cm 1in | 24cm 10in | |||||||
| Wengen | 1cm - | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Grindelwald | 1cm - | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Interlaken | 2cm 1in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Crans-Montana | - | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Gstaad Mountain Rides | - | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Grimentz | - | 9cm 4in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Kandersteg
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Kandersteg, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Kandersteg, 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 Kandersteg 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 Kandersteg 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 Kandersteg 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.