Unterwasser Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 October 2026 13:46 BST
Snow Forecast for Unterwasser
Snow and Weather from 21 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Unterwasser Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Unterwasser?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 7cm 3in |
Forecast for today in Unterwasser
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
21
up to 8cm up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy first, light drizzle then light rain, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,146m 7,041ft to 1,454m 4,770ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Unterwasser are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | ||||||
| 2,262m 7,421ft | 2℃ 35°F
 +8cm +3in
| 1℃ 33°F
 +1cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
 | -4℃ 26°F
+4cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
+4cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
 | 9℃ 49°F
 |
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 1,581m 5,187ft | 6℃ 44°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
+1cm
| 8℃ 47°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+3cm +1in
| 6℃ 43°F
+1cm
| 10℃ 50°F
| 14℃ 57°F
|
| 900m 2,953ft | 11℃ 51°F
 | 11℃ 51°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 14℃ 57°F
 | 18℃ 64°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,146m 7,041ft | varying 1,469m 4,820ft | 1,546m 5,072ft | varying 1,577m 5,174ft | varying 2,069m 6,788ft | varying 1,962m 6,437ft | |
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 11℃ 51°F | 13℃ 55°F | 6℃ 43°F | 10℃ 50°F | 14℃ 57°F | 18℃ 64°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 41°F | 3℃ 36°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 33°F | 1℃ 33°F | 3℃ 38°F | 5℃ 40°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 Unterwasser
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schwägalp | 18cm 7in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Flims | 14cm 5in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Flumserberg | 11cm 4in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Wildhaus | 13cm 5in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Laterns | 3cm 1in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Dunserberg | - | 2cm 1in |
How reliable is the snow in Unterwasser?
Unterwasser typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 50-100 cm throughout the season. For the latest updates on snowfall and conditions, check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Unterwasser
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Unterwasser, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Unterwasser, 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 Unterwasser 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 Unterwasser 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 Unterwasser 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.