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Fiescheralp Snow Forecast - 2nd May 2026

Fiescheralp Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 02 May 2026 19:41 NZST

Snow Forecast for Fiescheralp

Snow and Weather from 2 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Fiescheralp Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Fiescheralp?

Fiescheralp Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,960m)
Next Snow Expected6 May
Next Snow Amount2cm
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days3cm

Forecast for today in Fiescheralp

Max 15℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
02

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedCloudCloud

Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Fiescheralp are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Fiescheralp from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
02
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Fri
08
Wind
2,869m
1℃
Mixed
-1℃
Cloud
-3℃
Cloud
+1cm
-3℃
Cloud
+1cm
-3℃
Light Snow
+4cm
0℃
Cloud
-2℃
Cloud
+1cm
1,960m
9℃
Cloud
7℃
Cloud
4℃
Cloud
4℃
Cloud
+1cm
3℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2cm
6℃
Clear
4℃
Cloud
1,050m
15℃
Cloud
13℃
Cloud
10℃
Cloud
9℃
Cloud
9℃
Mixed
12℃
Clear
10℃
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 2,173m
to 1,758m

varying 2,265m
to 1,758m

varying 2,235m
to 1,727m

varying 1,819m
to 1,773m

varying 2,373m
to 1,896m

Max Town15℃13℃10℃9℃9℃12℃10℃
Min Town4℃2℃5℃6℃6℃5℃7℃

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 Fiescheralp

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Fiescheralp
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
San Domenico4cm 19cm
Bellwald1cm 15cm
Aletsch1cm 14cm
Saas-Fee1cm 14cm
Grindelwald-8cm
Interlaken-8cm
Riederalp-8cm
Bettmeralp-7cm

Snow Reliability

Fiescheralp boasts impressive snow reliability, with an average snow depth of around 150 cm during peak season. Snowfall is consistent, and the high elevation minimizes snowmelt, making it essential to check the latest conditions on J2Ski for accurate updates.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Fiescheralp

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Fiescheralp, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Fiescheralp, 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 Fiescheralp 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 Fiescheralp 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 Fiescheralp 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.