Is Zermatt snowsure?
The snowiest week in Zermatt is week 1 of May. There are typically 4.8 snowy days during this week with 78 cm of snowfall. Check out the Zermatt Snow History graphs below. Select any week of the year to see the typical Ski Conditions, Snowfall Amount and Temperature based on nowcast weather data over the last 11 years.Average monthly snow in Zermatt
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 42 cm | 3.5 days |
| January | 47 cm | 3.4 days |
| February | 48 cm | 3.8 days |
| March | 60 cm | 4.4 days |
| April | 56 cm | 4.6 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Zermatt during June (week 2):
The average snowfall forecast during week 2 of June for Zermatt is 11 cm. There are typically 1.5 snowy days during this week. Zermatt typical weather and snow conditions during the second week of June at the middle elevation of the ski area at 2720m, based on historical averages over the last 18 years: At this time of year the usual freezing level (3431m) is a long way above the mid altitude of Zermatt. On average, expect one or two days with snowfall per week in Zermatt in the middle of June but it rains much more often and on average you can expect four rainy days this week of June. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 11cm. Temperatures generally above freezing both day and night in Zermatt during week two of June with average maximum temperature 5.1°C and minimum temperature 3.9°C at the mid altitude. On average, only one or two days with sunshine per week. Generally light winds (average 9km/h).
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Zermatt Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Zermatt and (2007 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Zermatt are Bluebird Powder days when it is mostly sunny with light winds following very recent snowfall. Poorer weather conditions may prevail on Powder days when the visibility can be limited but the snow is significantly deep and fresh for keen powder-hounds. Bluebird days can suit many skiers that aren’t necessarily hunting powder but want to enjoy the snowy mountains in sunnier conditions and light winds.
The snowiest weeks of the year in Zermatt are shown but also bear in mind the number of days that it typically snows each week if you want regular fresh tracks. The risk of a rainy day is shown but be sure to switch between elevations to see if lower lifts are rain affected or higher lifts remain snowy despite any rain further down the mountain.
The highest and lowest temperatures averaged for each week of the year in Zermatt are shown. Check out the risk of freze-thaw conditions prevailing at different elevations for any given week. We also show the extremes of temperature (blue/red dots) that reveal the chance of unusually warm or cold conditions.
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