Saas Grund Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 May 2026 20:47 BST
Snow Forecast for Saas Grund
Snow and Weather from 12 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Saas Grund Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Saas Grund?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 9cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 11cm 4in |
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Forecast for today in Saas Grund
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
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1cm to 6cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Heavy snow showers at altitude first, light snow then fair, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,774m 5,820ft to resort level ( 1,559m 5,115ft ).
Forecast times for Saas Grund are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 3,200m 10,499ft | -6℃ 22°F
 +6cm +2in
| -5℃ 22°F
 | -8℃ 17°F
+3cm +1in
| -9℃ 16°F
+2cm +1in
| -9℃ 15°F
 | -6℃ 22°F
| -4℃ 25°F
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| NW F2 | |||||||
| 2,380m 7,807ft | 0℃ 33°F
+6cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+3cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 29°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 38°F
|
| 1,559m 5,115ft | 7℃ 44°F
+1cm +1in
| 9℃ 48°F
| 6℃ 42°F
 | 4℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 42°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 52°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,774m 5,820ft | varying 2,190m 7,185ft | varying 1,990m 6,529ft | varying 2,113m 6,932ft | |||
| Max Town | 7℃ 44°F | 9℃ 48°F | 6℃ 42°F | 4℃ 40°F | 5℃ 42°F | 10℃ 49°F | 11℃ 52°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 32°F | -2℃ 28°F | -5℃ 23°F | -3℃ 26°F | -4℃ 25°F | 0℃ 32°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 Saas Grund
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alagna Valsesia | 9cm 4in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| Grimentz | 16cm 6in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Breuil-Cervinia | 14cm 6in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Champoluc | 6cm 2in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Gressoney la Trinité | 3cm 1in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | 10cm 4in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Saastal | 10cm 4in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Zermatt | 10cm 4in | 12cm 5in |
Snow Reliability
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.