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Tier B — Favored

📷 Crans-Montana

Europe

Crans-Montana

Off-season

Last season ended April 4, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:00 AM UTC · informational only

Off-season — closed April 4

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

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Past 24 Hours

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Past 48 Hours

0cm

Past 10 Days

0cm

14-Day Forecast

3.3cm

Snow Depth

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🎿

Powder Days

12

2026–27 season

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Bluebird Days

3

2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 10:00 AM•Weather at base: 1500m

Overview

Crans-Montana is a ski resort in Europe, Switzerland, currently closed for the season (Last season ended April 4, 2026). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~3 cm (1.2 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 10:00 UTC.

Resort Guide

Crans-Montana is a prominent ski resort located in the Swiss Alps, offering expansive ski terrain with panoramic views of the Rhône Valley and surrounding peaks. The resort features over 140 kilometers of slopes suitable for all levels, a vibrant alpine village atmosphere, and amenities such as snow parks, wellness centers, and a variety of dining options. Signature experiences include glacier skiing, extensive winter hiking trails, and a lively après-ski scene, making it a versatile destination for both sports enthusiasts and families. The resort stands out for its sunny plateau location and blend of modern facilities with traditional Swiss charm.

Resort Info

Summit3000m
Base1500m
Vertical1500m
Lifts24
Runs61
Skiable Area3300 acres
Average snowfall315 inches / 800 cm
CountrySwitzerland
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Season dates

Last season endedApril 4, 2026
Projected openingNovember 28, 2026

Ski passes

Epic Pass

Epic Pass

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Zerodix – A renowned après-ski hotspot located at the base of the slopes, Zerodix is celebrated for its energetic atmosphere, live DJ performances, and sun-soaked terrace, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the mountain.

Snow Summary

3000mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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24h
3cm
Past 10d
14-Day Forecast
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Prev10d
0.1
Now28
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S29
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S30
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M31
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T1
0.9
W2
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T3
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Today
Forecast

Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 10:00 AM UTC

Depth by source

every reading we have
  • SLFMid 0cm

The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.

Base

1500m

Temp

18.6°C

Wind

5.2km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

3.3cm

Mid-Mountain

2250m

Temp

13.7°C

Wind

5.2km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

3.3cm

Summit

3000m

Temp

5.2°C

Wind

10.2km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

3.1cm

El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Crans-Montana El Niño rank & forecast

Crans-Montana ranks #159 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier B, +4% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier B — Favored: Modest El Niño upside (+3% to +8% vs normal). Often a solid pick, without the biggest Andes-style swings.

#159 of 488Tier B — Favored

Strong-event signal: +4% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Crans-Montana averaged +4% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically leaned mildly in this resort's favor for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -9%, '15-16 +10%, '23-24 +11%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −9%'15-16 +10%'23-24 +11%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Live Conditions

Crans-Montana Webcams

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Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

The black line is not a simple average. For Crans-Montana (alps), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).

  • 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
  • 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
  • 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.

Building verification history for this resort.

How we verify forecasts →

Hourly Forecast Detail

AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level

NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 28, 10:00 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
7 / 29.3mm
Sat, Aug 29
7 / -2
Sun, Aug 30
8 / 01.5mm
Mon, Aug 31
7 / 21.8mm
Tue, Sep 1
8 / 00.4cm2.4mm
Wed, Sep 2
4 / 10.4cm4.5mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000000000000000.400.40
Precip (mm)1.54.53.300000.90.601.20.600.32.10.63.60.3
Temp (°C)565062373474383342
Wind (km/h)998243242242152152
Gusts (km/h)687050202122182320222523264333232230

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (3000m)

ECMWF
1.3cm
GFS
5.5cm
GEM
0cm
JMA
0.2cm
ICON
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Météo-Fr
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SnowSure™
3.3cm

10-Day Forecast

Today

28

🌧️

6.6°

2°

0.1cm

11 km/h

Sat

29

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6.7°

-2.3°

5 km/h

Sun

30

🌧️

7.5°

-0.3°

5 km/h

Mon

31

🌧️

7.2°

2.1°

5 km/h

Tue

1

❄️

8°

0.3°

6 km/h

Wed

2

❄️

4.3°

1.2°

0.9cm

6 km/h

Thu

3

☁️

6.9°

-2.2°

7 km/h

Fri

4

☀️

10.4°

4.7°

6 km/h

Sat

5

☀️

12.1°

7.1°

4 km/h

Sun

6

☀️

11.4°

6.1°

8 km/h

Summit elevation (3000m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

No bulletin for this mountain

SLF (WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research)

The warning service is publishing no bulletins right now — it is outside the forecast season, or the service could not be reached. This is not an indication that avalanche danger is low.

Read the official bulletin ↗

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:00 AM UTC

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Season Total

This Season to Date

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vs 5-Year Avg

Off-season · 334cm full-season avg

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vs 30-Year Avg

Off-season · 410cm full-season avg

334cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~260.5 cm. That's 22% below the 5-year average (334 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 36% below the 30-year average (410 cm).

Crans-Montana Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 490cm with an average of 116 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November70.6cm15 days32cm66cm17.6cm
December83.7cm18 days89cm124cm17.1cm
January78.7cm17 days130cm160cm16.5cm
February66.1cm16 days159cm184cm14.3cm
March65.7cm17 days168cm191cm14.2cm
April51.5cm13 days149cm181cm13.5cm
May31.9cm8 days81cm130cm11cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Nov 28, 2026

Through Apr 4, 2027

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Crans-Montana, ERA5 season snowfall median was 449 cm (177 in), about 9% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.

Prevailing ONI

El Niño

MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

449 cm

10 El Niño winters · 9% below median

All-season median

493 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10449 cm445 cm – 500 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12518 cm415 cm – 591 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8511 cm393 cm – 545 cm2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003

Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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Frequently asked questions about Crans-Montana

Where is Crans-Montana?
Crans-Montana is a ski resort in Switzerland.
How high is Crans-Montana?
Crans-Montana runs from a base elevation of 1,500 m (4,921 ft) to a summit of 3,000 m (9,843 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,500 m (4,921 ft).
How big is Crans-Montana?
Crans-Montana has 3,300 acres (1,335 hectares) of skiable terrain, 61 marked runs and 24 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Crans-Montana?
Crans-Montana is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Crans-Montana?
Crans-Montana typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Crans-Montana get in a typical season?
Crans-Montana averages 315 inches / 800 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Crans-Montana in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #159 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +4% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Crans-Montana averaged +4% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically leaned mildly in this resort's favor for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -9%, '15-16 +10%, '23-24 +11%. A pattern, not a promise.