Saas Grund Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 06 October 2026 07:46 BST
Snow Forecast for Saas Grund
Snow and Weather from 6 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a lot of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Saas Grund Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Saas Grund?
| Next Snow Expected | 8 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 2cm 1in |
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Forecast for today in Saas Grund
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then rain showers, fair later.
Forecast times for Saas Grund are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,200m 10,499ft | 2℃ 36°F
| 0℃ 31°F
 +3cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
+10cm +4in
| -2℃ 28°F
 | -2℃ 29°F
| 0℃ 33°F
 | 1℃ 35°F
|
| 2,380m 7,807ft | 7℃ 44°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
| 5℃ 40°F
 +2cm +1in
| 5℃ 42°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 8℃ 46°F
|
| 1,559m 5,115ft | 17℃ 62°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 17℃ 63°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 3,159m 10,364ft | varying 2,882m 9,455ft | varying 2,328m 7,638ft | ||||
| Max Town | 17℃ 62°F | 14℃ 57°F | 10℃ 50°F | 12℃ 54°F | 13℃ 55°F | 16℃ 60°F | 17℃ 63°F |
| Min Town | 7℃ 45°F | 9℃ 47°F | 5℃ 40°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 36°F | 5℃ 41°F | 4℃ 39°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 Grund
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saastal | 24cm 9in | 42cm 17in | |||||||
| Alagna Valsesia | 19cm 8in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | 17cm 7in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Breuil-Cervinia | 16cm 6in | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Zermatt | 14cm 6in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Champoluc | 10cm 4in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Grimentz | 11cm 4in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Gressoney la Trinité | 5cm 2in | 7cm 3in |
How reliable is the snow in Saas Grund?
Saas Grund boasts excellent snow reliability, with average snow depths of 80-120 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, visit J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Saas Grund
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Saas Grund, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Saas Grund, 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 Grund 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 Grund 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 Grund 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.