Bürchen Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 23 July 2026 06:13 IST
Snow Forecast for Bürchen
Snow and Weather from 23 July.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Bürchen Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Bürchen?
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Bürchen. |
Forecast for today in Bürchen
Max 23℃
Min 9℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 23℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
23
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, light drizzle, clear sky later.
Forecast times for Bürchen are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
Bürchen 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 23 | Fri 24 | Sat 25 | Sun 26 | Mon 27 | Tue 28 | Wed 29 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,540m | 15℃
| 20℃
 | 18℃
| 10℃
| 16℃
| 19℃
| 20℃
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| 1,945m | 16℃
| 20℃
| 21℃
| 12℃
| 17℃
| 22℃
| 21℃
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| 1,350m | 23℃
 | 27℃
| 28℃
| 18℃
| 24℃
 | 28℃
| 28℃
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 23℃ | 27℃ | 28℃ | 18℃ | 24℃ | 28℃ | 28℃ |
| Min Town | 9℃ | 7℃ | 13℃ | 14℃ | 11℃ | 9℃ | 15℃ |
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 Bürchen
Snow Reliability
Bürchen enjoys reliable snowfall, typically accumulating depths of 60-120 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, including depth and weather updates, visit J2Ski for detailed information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bürchen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Bürchen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Bürchen, 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 Bürchen 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 Bürchen 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 Bürchen 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.