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Kandersteg Snow Forecast - 21st May 2026

Kandersteg Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 21 May 2026 08:48 BST

Snow Forecast for Kandersteg

Snow and Weather from 21 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Kandersteg Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Kandersteg?

Kandersteg Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,565m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Kandersteg.

Forecast for today in Kandersteg

Max 19℃ 65°F
Min 7℃ 44°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 65°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
21

Snow unlikely

ClearMixedMixedMixed

Clear sky early, then clear spells later.

Forecast times for Kandersteg are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Kandersteg from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Mon
25
Tue
26
Wed
27
Wind
1,960m 6,430ft
13℃ 55°F
Mixed
15℃ 59°F
Clear
16℃ 61°F
Fair
16℃ 61°F
Clear
18℃ 63°F
Fair
18℃ 64°F
Clear
14℃ 57°F
Lt Drizzle
1,565m 5,135ft
16℃ 61°F
Mixed
18℃ 65°F
Clear
19℃ 67°F
Fair
20℃ 68°F
Clear
20℃ 69°F
Clear
21℃ 70°F
Clear
17℃ 63°F
Lt Drizzle
1,170m 3,839ft
19℃ 65°F
Mixed
21℃ 69°F
Clear
22℃ 71°F
Fair
23℃ 73°F
Clear
23℃ 73°F
Clear
24℃ 74°F
Clear
20℃ 67°F
Lt Drizzle
Snow Line
Max Town 19℃ 65°F 21℃ 69°F 22℃ 71°F 23℃ 73°F 23℃ 73°F 24℃ 74°F 20℃ 67°F
Min Town 7℃ 44°F 9℃ 48°F 12℃ 53°F 10℃ 50°F 13℃ 56°F 13℃ 56°F 13℃ 55°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 Reliability

Kandersteg enjoys reliable snowfall, with snow depths averaging around 100 cm in winter. For the latest snow conditions and updates, visit J2Ski for accurate information.

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.