Saas-Fee Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 August 2026 07:47 BST
Snow Forecast for Saas-Fee
Snow and Weather from 21 August.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Forecast for today in Saas-Fee
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Light drizzle first, light rain showers then rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 3,292m 10,801ft to 2,723m 8,934ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Saas-Fee are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,500m 11,483ft | 1℃ 33°F
 +3cm +1in
| 1℃ 35°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
| 5℃ 41°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
+1cm
| 6℃ 43°F
| 3℃ 38°F
+1cm
|
| 2,650m 8,694ft | 6℃ 44°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 12℃ 53°F
 | 14℃ 58°F
| 11℃ 52°F
|
| 1,800m 5,906ft | 11℃ 52°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 14℃ 57°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 3,292m 10,801ft | varying 3,246m 10,650ft | varying 3,462m 11,358ft | ||||
| Max Town | 11℃ 52°F | 14℃ 57°F | 16℃ 60°F | 16℃ 60°F | 15℃ 59°F | 17℃ 63°F | 14℃ 57°F |
| Min Town | 7℃ 45°F | 4℃ 40°F | 7℃ 44°F | 8℃ 46°F | 11℃ 51°F | 9℃ 49°F | 12℃ 53°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 Forecast near Saas-Fee
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saastal | 15cm 6in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Zermatt | 7cm 3in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Breuil-Cervinia | 6cm 2in | 6cm 3in | |||||||
| Alagna Valsesia | - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Saas-Fee enjoys excellent snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 200 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, be sure to check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Saas-Fee
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Saas-Fee, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Saas-Fee, 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 Saas-Fee 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 Saas-Fee 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 Saas-Fee 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.