Schwarzsee Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Schwarzsee
This is the Snow Forecast for Schwarzsee, Switzerland for 17 days from 17 November.
Updated 17 November 2025 08:40 GMT.
Forecast times for Schwarzsee are in Central European Time (Europe/Zurich).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Schwarzsee.
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Schwarzsee Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Schwarzsee?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 9cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 47cm 18in |
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Forecast for today in Schwarzsee
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 9cm up to 4in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then snow showers at altitude, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,449m 4,754ft to 1,069m 3,507ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 17 November 2025 20:37 GMT
Powder Possible :- 15cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Schwarzsee over the next 3 days.
Schwarzsee is reporting "spring snow / hard".
Schwarzsee Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | spring snow hard |
|---|---|
| Planned Closing | |
| Sunday 22nd March 2026 | |
The ski area is reported to be closed.
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| Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | ||||||
| 1,750m 5,741ft | 2℃ 36°F
+9cm +4in
| -2℃ 28°F
 | -2℃ 28°F
 | -5℃ 23°F
 +10cm +4in
| -8℃ 17°F
 +5cm +2in
| -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 31°F
+17cm +7in
|
| SW F3 | |||||||
| 1,400m 4,593ft | 5℃ 40°F
+6cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
| 0℃ 31°F
| -3℃ 26°F
+9cm +4in
| -6℃ 20°F
+5cm +2in
| -1℃ 31°F
 +1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
+17cm +7in
|
| SW F2 | SW F3 | ||||||
| 1,050m 3,445ft | 7℃ 44°F
| 1℃ 33°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 0℃ 31°F
+8cm +3in
| -4℃ 26°F
+3cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
+8cm +3in
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,449m 4,754ft | 1,050m 3,445ft | 1,050m 3,445ft | 1,050m 3,445ft | varying 1,119m 3,671ft | ||
| Max Town | 7℃ 44°F | 1℃ 33°F | 2℃ 36°F | 0℃ 31°F | -4℃ 26°F | -1℃ 31°F | 2℃ 36°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 31°F | -6℃ 21°F | -4℃ 25°F | -5℃ 23°F | -7℃ 19°F | -9℃ 16°F | 0℃ 31°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.
Schwarzsee Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 9cm up to 4in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then snow showers at altitude, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,449m 4,754ft to 1,069m 3,507ft , with rain below.
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -6℃ 21°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -6℃ 21°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 0℃ 31°F
Min -5℃ 23°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5℃ 23°F and not getting above 0℃ 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
8cm to 10cm 3in to 4in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, fair, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -4℃ 26°F
Min -7℃ 19°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ 19°F and not getting above -4℃ 26°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
3cm to 5cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow early, then clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -1℃ 31°F
Min -9℃ 16°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -9℃ 16°F and not getting above -1℃ 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
1cm to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
23
8cm to 17cm 3in to 7in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, light snow then light snow at altitude, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,119m 3,671ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Schwarzsee, Switzerland gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Schwarzsee, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Schwarzsee Snow Forecast updated at 08:40 GMT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Schwarzsee
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gstaad Mountain Rides | 13cm 5in | 55cm 22in | |||||||
| Les Diablerets | 15cm 6in | 54cm 21in | |||||||
| Schwefelberg-Bad | 10cm 4in | 45cm 18in | |||||||
| Kandersteg | 9cm 3in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| Adelboden | 10cm 4in | 42cm 17in | |||||||
| Rüschegg - Eywald | 8cm 3in | 42cm 16in | |||||||
| Montreux | 7cm 3in | 27cm 11in |
Snow Reliability
Schwarzsee enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically maintaining a snow depth of 100 to 150 cm throughout the season. Regular snowfall keeps the slopes fresh, but for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current snow conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Schwarzsee
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Schwarzsee, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Schwarzsee, 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 Schwarzsee 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 Schwarzsee 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 Schwarzsee 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.