Verbier Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 17 October 2026 01:52 NZDT
Snow Forecast for Verbier
Snow and Weather from 16 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Verbier Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Verbier?
| Next Snow Expected | 18 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 14cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 14cm |
| Next 7 Days | 20cm |
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Forecast for today in Verbier
Max 18℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
16
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear sky later.
Forecast times for Verbier are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 17 October 2026 03:45 NZDT
Powder Possible :- 14cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Verbier over the next 2 days.
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| Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,330m | 4℃
| 0℃
 +2cm
| -3℃
 +16cm
| -2℃
 +7cm
| -1℃
+11cm
| -3℃
+11cm
| -6℃
+3cm
|
| 2,415m | 11℃
| 7℃
| 3℃
 +14cm
| 4℃
+4cm
| 4℃
 | 3℃
+1cm
| 1℃
+1cm
|
| 1,500m | 18℃
| 14℃
| 8℃
| 13℃
| 13℃
 | 13℃
| 9℃
 |
| Snow Line | varying 2,762m | varying 2,515m | varying 2,146m | varying 3,223m | varying 2,946m | varying 2,685m | |
| Max Town | 18℃ | 14℃ | 8℃ | 13℃ | 13℃ | 13℃ | 9℃ |
| Min Town | 7℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ | 9℃ | 6℃ | 4℃ |
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 | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breuil-Cervinia | 11cm | 42cm | |||||||
| Chamonix | 10cm | 34cm | |||||||
| Argentière | 10cm | 32cm | |||||||
| Nendaz | 13cm | 30cm | |||||||
| Courmayeur | 9cm | 27cm | |||||||
| Four Valleys | 11cm | 24cm | |||||||
| Avoriaz | 8cm | 15cm | |||||||
| Evolène | 6cm | 10cm |
How reliable is the snow in Verbier?
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.