Saanen Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 20 October 2026 01:40 BST
Snow Forecast for Saanen
Snow and Weather from 20 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Saanen Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Saanen?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 11cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 44cm 17in |
Forecast for today in Saanen
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then rain showers, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Saanen are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 20 October 2026 04:46 BST
Powder Possible :- 11cm 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Saanen over the next 2 days.
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| Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | ||||||
| 3,000m 9,843ft | 3℃ 38°F
| -3℃ 26°F
 +14cm +6in
| -5℃ 22°F
 +3cm +1in
| -5℃ 23°F
+5cm +2in
| -8℃ 17°F
+4cm +2in
| -6℃ 21°F
 +20cm +8in
| -10℃ 14°F
+4cm +2in
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| SW F2 | |||||||
| 2,025m 6,644ft | 10℃ 49°F
| 3℃ 38°F
+8cm +3in
| 1℃ 34°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
 +4cm +2in
| -2℃ 29°F
+4cm +2in
| 0℃ 32°F
+20cm +8in
| -4℃ 25°F
+4cm +2in
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| SW F2 | |||||||
| 1,050m 3,445ft | 17℃ 63°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 11℃ 52°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 3℃ 38°F
+1cm
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| Snow Line | varying 2,112m 6,929ft | varying 1,312m 4,304ft | varying 2,496m 8,189ft | varying 1,373m 4,505ft | varying 1,835m 6,020ft | varying 1,296m 4,252ft | |
| Max Town | 17℃ 63°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 48°F | 11℃ 52°F | 6℃ 42°F | 7℃ 44°F | 3℃ 38°F |
| Min Town | 6℃ 42°F | 3℃ 38°F | 0℃ 31°F | 1℃ 33°F | 0℃ 32°F | 2℃ 35°F | -8℃ 18°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.
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Snow Forecast near Saanen
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gstaad | 16cm 6in | 59cm 23in | |||||||
| Schönried | 19cm 7in | 55cm 22in | |||||||
| Villars - Gryon | 12cm 5in | 54cm 21in | |||||||
| Gstaad Mountain Rides | 17cm 7in | 51cm 20in | |||||||
| Adelboden | 13cm 5in | 45cm 18in | |||||||
| Crans-Montana | 12cm 5in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| Nendaz | 19cm 8in | 43cm 17in | |||||||
| Saanenmöser | 15cm 6in | 42cm 16in |
How reliable is the snow in Saanen?
Saanen typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 80 cm throughout the season. For the latest updates on snowfall and conditions, check J2Ski for accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Saanen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Saanen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Saanen, 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 Saanen 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 Saanen 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 Saanen 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.