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Ski resort in Valais, Switzerland
Crans-Montana
A south-facing resort on a plateau above the Rhône valley, with skiing up to the Plaine Morte Glacier.
Forecast updated , when it was 11:00 in Crans-Montana (GMT+1).
Crans-Montana snow forecast at 3,000 m (top lift)
Next 24 hours on the upper mountain
No snow in the next 24 hours.
Snow arrives on Sunday, with 55–70 cm over the next 7 days.
High confidence, all three forecast models agree
No snow is forecast for Crans-Montana at the top lift (3,000 m / 9,800 ft) in the next 24 hours, but 55–70 cm (23–26 in) is forecast over the next 7 days, starting on Sunday. All three weather models we compare forecast snow this week. Expect temperatures from −11 to −5 °C (12 to 23 °F) and the freezing level near 2,000 m (6,600 ft) over the next day. A bluebird day is likely on Saturday, with clear skies and no snow forecast.
- Temperature now
- −6 °C (21 °F)
- Freezing level
- 2,000 m (6,600 ft)
- Wind
- 5 km/h (3 mph), gusts 15 km/h (9 mph)
- Sky now
- Partly cloudy, 53% cloud
Crans-Montana hour by hour, on the upper mountain
Hourly snowfallNo rain or snow on the upper mountain in Crans-Montana in the next 24 hours.
Crans-Montana 7-day snow forecast, on the upper mountain
Best day to ski in Crans-Montana this week: Saturday. No fresh snow, bluebird, light wind. How we grade a ski day.
| Day | Weather | Snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| Today | SunnyFair ski day−11 to −6 °C (12 to 21 °F) · freezing level 1,800 m (5,900 ft) | No snow |
| Sat | BluebirdBest day−11 to −6 °C (12 to 21 °F) · freezing level 1,900 m (6,200 ft) | No snow |
| Sun | SnowPoor ski day−10 to −4 °C (14 to 25 °F) · freezing level 2,050 m (6,700 ft) | 0–3 cm (0–2 in) |
| Mon | SnowPoor ski day−10 to −6 °C (14 to 21 °F) · gusts 47 km/h (29 mph) · freezing level 1,950 m (6,400 ft) | 1–20 cm (0–6 in) |
| Tue | Rain and snowPoor ski day−8 to −4 °C (18 to 25 °F) · gusts 52 km/h (32 mph) · freezing level 2,200 m (7,200 ft) | 5–20 cm (2–8 in) |
| Wed | SnowFair ski day−9 to −7 °C (16 to 19 °F) · gusts 66 km/h (41 mph) · freezing level 2,000 m (6,600 ft) | 15–30 cm (6–11 in) |
| Thu | SnowFair ski day−9 to −7 °C (16 to 19 °F) · gusts 63 km/h (39 mph) · freezing level 2,000 m (6,600 ft) | 5–25 cm (3–10 in) |
Sky is graded over the ski day, 9am to 4pm. Bluebird means at least two of the three models show clear skies all day, none shows overcast, and no snow or rain is forecast. Models are weaker on cloud than on snow, and none of them can see valley fog, so treat it as a good sign rather than a promise.
Crans-Montana 14-day snow outlook, on the upper mountain
Days 8 to 14. Only two of our three models run this far ahead, and forecasts at this range often change, so read this as a guide to the pattern rather than a plan.
| Day | Weather | Snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 20 Nov | Chance of snow−13 to −7 °C (9 to 19 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–6 cm (0–3 in) |
| Sat 21 Nov | Some sun−15 to −8 °C (5 to 18 °F) | No snow |
| Sun 22 Nov | Chance of snow−11 to −7 °C (12 to 19 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–20 cm (0–7 in) |
| Mon 23 Nov | Snow−10 to −8 °C (14 to 18 °F) · 2 of 2 models show snow | 3–4 cm (1–2 in) |
| Tue 24 Nov | Snow−14 to −8 °C (7 to 18 °F) · 2 of 2 models show snow | 1–6 cm (0–3 in) |
| Wed 25 Nov | Chance of snow−16 to −8 °C (3 to 18 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–3 cm (0–2 in) |
| Thu 26 Nov | Chance of snow−16 to −7 °C (3 to 19 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–15 cm (0–5 in) |
How much snow is there in Crans-Montana on the upper mountain?
About 1 cm (0 in)
This is an estimate from weather models, not a measurement, so it can differ from the depth a resort reports on its pistes. Check the official snow report before you travel.
Crans-Montana snow forecast at 1,500 m (village)
Next 24 hours in the village
No snow in the next 24 hours.
Snow arrives on Monday, with 0–80 cm over the next 7 days.
High confidence, all three forecast models agree
No snow is forecast for Crans-Montana in the village (1,500 m / 4,900 ft) in the next 24 hours, but 0–80 cm (0–31 in) is forecast over the next 7 days, starting on Monday. Two of the three weather models we compare forecast snow this week. Expect temperatures from −2 to 4 °C (28 to 39 °F) and the freezing level near 1,950 m (6,400 ft) over the next day. A bluebird day is likely on Saturday, with clear skies and no snow forecast.
- Temperature now
- 3 °C (37 °F)
- Freezing level
- 1,950 m (6,400 ft)
- Wind
- 7 km/h (4 mph), gusts 13 km/h (8 mph)
- Sky now
- Overcast, 76% cloud
Crans-Montana hour by hour, in the village
Hourly snowfallNo rain or snow in the village in Crans-Montana in the next 24 hours.
Crans-Montana 7-day snow forecast, in the village
| Day | Weather | Snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| Today | Sunny−2 to 4 °C (28 to 39 °F) · freezing level 1,750 m (5,700 ft) | No snow |
| Sat | Bluebird−2 to 6 °C (28 to 43 °F) · freezing level 1,850 m (6,100 ft) | No snow |
| Sun | Cloudy−1 to 5 °C (30 to 41 °F) · freezing level 1,950 m (6,400 ft) | No snow |
| Mon | Rain and snow−1 to 4 °C (30 to 39 °F) · freezing level 1,750 m (5,700 ft) | 0–4 cm (0–2 in) |
| Tue | Chance of snow0 to 3 °C (32 to 37 °F) · freezing level 2,250 m (7,400 ft) | 0–20 cm (0–7 in) |
| Wed | Rain and snow−1 to 2 °C (30 to 36 °F) · gusts 40 km/h (25 mph) · freezing level 1,750 m (5,700 ft) | 0–30 cm (0–10 in) |
| Thu | Rain and snow0 to 3 °C (32 to 37 °F) · freezing level 1,700 m (5,600 ft) | 0–20 cm (0–8 in) |
Sky is graded over the ski day, 9am to 4pm. Bluebird means at least two of the three models show clear skies all day, none shows overcast, and no snow or rain is forecast. Models are weaker on cloud than on snow, and none of them can see valley fog, so treat it as a good sign rather than a promise.
Crans-Montana 14-day snow outlook, in the village
Days 8 to 14. Only two of our three models run this far ahead, and forecasts at this range often change, so read this as a guide to the pattern rather than a plan.
| Day | Weather | Snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 20 Nov | Chance of snow−4 to 2 °C (25 to 36 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–20 cm (0–7 in) |
| Sat 21 Nov | Some sun−8 to 3 °C (18 to 37 °F) | No snow |
| Sun 22 Nov | Chance of snow−6 to 3 °C (21 to 37 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–15 cm (0–6 in) |
| Mon 23 Nov | Chance of snow−5 to 2 °C (23 to 36 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–3 cm (under 1 in) |
| Tue 24 Nov | Chance of snow−4 to 0 °C (25 to 32 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–4 cm (0–2 in) |
| Wed 25 Nov | Chance of snow−7 to 1 °C (19 to 34 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–3 cm (under 1 in) |
| Thu 26 Nov | Chance of snow−9 to 2 °C (16 to 36 °F) · 1 of 2 models show snow | 0–15 cm (0–5 in) |
How much snow is there in Crans-Montana in the village?
No snow on the ground
This is an estimate from weather models, not a measurement, so it can differ from the depth a resort reports on its pistes. Check the official snow report before you travel.
Where is Crans-Montana?
- Canton
- Valais
- Country
- Switzerland
- Mountains
- Alps, Bernese Alps
- Village
- 1,500 m
- Top lift
- 3,000 m
- Vertical
- 1,500 m
- Pistes
- 140 km
- Lifts
- 24
- Glacier skiing
- Yes
- Season
- Mid-December to Early April
- Pass
- Epic Pass
- Website
- www.crans-montana.ch
About Crans-Montana
Crans-Montana sits on a plateau at about 1,500 m. It hosted the 1987 Alpine World Ski Championships and regularly hosts women’s World Cup speed races.
The skiing
The ski area has 140 km of pistes and 24 lifts, and runs from the plateau up to the Plaine Morte Glacier at about 3,000 m. Most of the pistes face south.
When does it snow in Crans-Montana?
In Crans-Montana, snow falls on about 12 days in December in a typical year, the snowiest month. Snow is regular from October to May.
| January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 days | 9 days | 10 days | 8 days | 6 days | <1 days | <1 days | <1 days | 2 days | 4 days | 10 days | 12 days |
Average days each month with at least 1 cm of snowfall at mid-mountain, 2016–2025. Calculated from ERA5 reanalysis data.
Snow in Crans-Montana month by month
Averages for 2016 to 2025 at mid-mountain, from ERA5 reanalysis data. A sunny day has sunshine for at least 70% of the daylight hours.
| Month | Snow days | Share of the year's snow | Low to high | Sunny days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12 | 20% | −13 to −6 °C (9 to 21 °F) | 18 |
| February | 9 | 12% | −11 to −3 °C (12 to 27 °F) | 18 |
| March | 10 | 14% | −9 to −1 °C (16 to 30 °F) | 20 |
| April | 8 | 9% | −6 to 2 °C (21 to 36 °F) | 21 |
| May | 6 | 6% | −2 to 7 °C (28 to 45 °F) | 18 |
| June | <1 | 0% | 4 to 13 °C (39 to 55 °F) | 23 |
| July | <1 | 0% | 5 to 15 °C (41 to 59 °F) | 25 |
| August | <1 | 0% | 5 to 15 °C (41 to 59 °F) | 25 |
| September | 2 | 2% | 1 to 11 °C (34 to 52 °F) | 22 |
| October | 4 | 4% | −3 to 6 °C (27 to 43 °F) | 21 |
| November | 10 | 14% | −9 to −1 °C (16 to 30 °F) | 18 |
| December | 12 | 19% | −12 to −5 °C (10 to 23 °F) | 18 |
Snow in Crans-Montana in October
In October, Crans-Montana gets snow on about 4 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 4% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −3 to 6 °C (27 to 43 °F). About 21 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in Crans-Montana in November
In November, Crans-Montana gets snow on about 10 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 14% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −9 to −1 °C (16 to 30 °F). About 18 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in Crans-Montana in December
In December, Crans-Montana gets snow on about 12 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 19% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −12 to −5 °C (10 to 23 °F). About 18 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in Crans-Montana in January
In January, Crans-Montana gets snow on about 12 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 20% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −13 to −6 °C (9 to 21 °F). About 18 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in Crans-Montana in February
In February, Crans-Montana gets snow on about 9 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 12% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −11 to −3 °C (12 to 27 °F). About 18 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in Crans-Montana in March
In March, Crans-Montana gets snow on about 10 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 14% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −9 to −1 °C (16 to 30 °F). About 20 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in Crans-Montana in April
In April, Crans-Montana gets snow on about 8 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 9% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −6 to 2 °C (21 to 36 °F). About 21 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Snow in Crans-Montana in May
In May, Crans-Montana gets snow on about 6 days at mid-mountain, and the month brings about 6% of the year's snowfall. Daily temperatures usually run from −2 to 7 °C (28 to 45 °F). About 18 days are sunny for most of the daylight hours.
Which winters were snowiest in Crans-Montana?
Of the last ten winters in Crans-Montana, 2017/18 was the snowiest, about 39% above the ten-year average at mid-mountain. The leanest was 2016/17, about 28% below average. The biggest single day of snowfall in the record was 16 April 2025.
| Winter | Compared with average | |
|---|---|---|
| 2016/17 | 72% of average | |
| 2017/18 | 139% of average | |
| 2018/19 | 113% of average | |
| 2019/20 | 100% of average | |
| 2020/21 | 109% of average | |
| 2021/22 | 83% of average | |
| 2022/23 | 87% of average | |
| 2023/24 | 124% of average | |
| 2024/25 | 89% of average | |
| 2025/26 | 84% of average |
Winters are compared with each other rather than given in centimetres. The ERA5 record is reliable on which winters were big and which were lean, but it underestimates absolute snowfall in the mountains, so the resort's own measured totals are the ones to trust for amounts.
Questions about snow in Crans-Montana
Does Crans-Montana have snow at Christmas?
Crans-Montana had at least 2.5 cm (1 in) of snow on the ground on Christmas Day in every one of the 10 years from 2016 to 2025 at mid-mountain. Fresh snow fell during 20 to 26 December in 9 of those years.
Does Crans-Montana have snow at New Year?
Crans-Montana had at least 2.5 cm (1 in) of snow on the ground on New Year's Day in every one of the 10 years from 2016 to 2025 at mid-mountain. Fresh snow fell during 27 December to 2 January in 8 of those years.
Does Crans-Montana have snow in mid-February?
Crans-Montana had at least 2.5 cm (1 in) of snow on the ground on 15 February in every one of the 10 years from 2016 to 2025 at mid-mountain. Fresh snow fell during 10 to 20 February in 9 of those years.
Does Crans-Montana have snow at Easter?
Crans-Montana had at least 2.5 cm (1 in) of snow on the ground on Easter Sunday in every one of the 10 years from 2016 to 2025 at mid-mountain. Fresh snow fell during Good Friday to Easter Monday in 7 of those years.
How many days a year does it snow in Crans-Montana?
It snows on about 72 days a year in Crans-Montana at mid-mountain, counting days with at least 1 cm of snowfall, averaged over 2016 to 2025. December has the most, about 12 days.
What is the snowiest month in Crans-Montana?
January is the snowiest month in Crans-Montana, bringing about 20% of the year's snowfall at mid-mountain, based on ERA5 reanalysis data for 2016 to 2025. December has the most snowy days, about 12.
Which recent winter was the snowiest in Crans-Montana?
Of the last ten winters in Crans-Montana, 2017/18 was the snowiest, about 39% above the ten-year average. The leanest was 2016/17, about 28% below average.
How cold does Crans-Montana get in winter?
January is the coldest month in Crans-Montana at mid-mountain, with average daily lows of −13 °C (9 °F) and highs of −6 °C (21 °F).
How many bluebird days does Crans-Montana get in winter?
From December to March, Crans-Montana averages about 18 days a month with sunshine for at least 70% of the daylight hours at mid-mountain, and about 6.7 hours of sunshine a day. March is the sunniest of those months. The figures are from ERA5 reanalysis for 2016 to 2025, which sees cloud over a region well but cannot see valley fog.
How high is Crans-Montana?
The village or lowest lift at Crans-Montana is at 1,500 m (4,900 ft) and the top lift is at 3,000 m (9,800 ft), a vertical drop of 1,500 m (4,900 ft).
When does the ski season start in Crans-Montana?
The lifts at Crans-Montana usually open in mid-December and close in early April. Exact dates change each year with the snow, so check the resort's own website before you book.
Snow forecasts near Crans-Montana
Sources: Crans-Montana ski area factsheet, Wikipedia, CMA winter opening hours