Verbier Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 06 May 2026 20:46 BST
Snow Forecast for Verbier
Snow and Weather from 6 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Verbier Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Verbier?
| Next Snow Expected | 6 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 13cm 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | 14cm 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm 6in |
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Forecast for today in Verbier
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
06
up to 16cm up to 6in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light drizzle, light snow later.
Snow Line from 2,700m 8,858ft to 1,669m 5,476ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Verbier are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Wed 06 | Thu 07 | Fri 08 | Sat 09 | Sun 10 | Mon 11 | Tue 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,330m 10,925ft | -5℃ 22°F
 +16cm +6in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +2cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
 | 0℃ 32°F
| -2℃ 27°F
 +1cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
+3cm +1in
| -4℃ 24°F
|
| 2,415m 7,923ft | 0℃ 33°F
+13cm +5in
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 5℃ 41°F
 +1cm
| 2℃ 35°F
|
| 1,500m 4,921ft | 9℃ 49°F
 | 13℃ 55°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 15℃ 58°F
 | 15℃ 60°F
| 11℃ 52°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,700m 8,858ft | varying 3,223m 10,574ft | 3,269m 10,725ft | varying 2,977m 9,767ft | varying 3,208m 10,525ft | varying 2,131m 6,991ft | |
| Max Town | 9℃ 49°F | 13℃ 55°F | 16℃ 61°F | 18℃ 64°F | 15℃ 58°F | 15℃ 60°F | 11℃ 52°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 37°F | -2℃ 28°F | 0℃ 32°F | 3℃ 36°F | 6℃ 43°F | 2℃ 35°F | 4℃ 38°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 Verbier
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix | 9cm 4in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Breuil-Cervinia | 13cm 5in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Argentière | 10cm 4in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Four Valleys | 11cm 4in | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Bruson | 13cm 5in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Siviez | 11cm 4in | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Evolène | 10cm 4in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Samoëns | 10cm 4in | 12cm 5in |
Snow Reliability
Verbier enjoys reliable snow conditions, with a typical snow depth of around 200 cm during peak season. The resort receives consistent snowfall, but it's advisable to check the latest updates on snow conditions through J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Verbier
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Verbier, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Verbier, 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 Verbier 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 Verbier 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 Verbier 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.