Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort ski resort

📷 Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort

Europe

Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort

22

Fair

improving

Closed for Season — closed April 6

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Apr 10

2d ago

Past 24 Hours

0cm

Past 48 Hours

0cm

Past 10 Days

2.1cm

14-Day Forecast

0.7cm

Snow Depth

70cm

Updated: Apr 12, 6:02 PMWeather at base: 1080m

Resort Guide

Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort is located in the heart of Switzerland’s Obwalden region, offering a high-altitude ski area with panoramic views of the surrounding Alps. The resort features over 36 kilometers of ski slopes suitable for all levels, a family-friendly atmosphere, and a car-free village center. Signature experiences include winter hiking, tobogganing, and night skiing, complemented by modern lifts and a range of accommodation and dining options. Its tranquil lakeside setting and diverse winter activities make it a distinctive destination for both relaxation and adventure.

Resort Info

Summit2255m
Base1080m
Vertical3858m
Lifts16
Runs13
Skiable Area32 acres
Avg Snowfall231 inches / 587 cm
CountrySwitzerland

Top Après Ski

Frutt Lodge & Spa Bar – This stylish bar within the Frutt Lodge & Spa is renowned for its cozy alpine ambiance, creative cocktails, and panoramic mountain views, making it a favorite spot for après-ski relaxation and socializing at Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort.

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
22
Fair
improving

Adequate snow - check forecasts before booking.

Current conditions at Melchsee-Frutt show a snow depth of 156cm with a temperature of -1°C, perfect for a spring ski day. Although there's been only 1cm of new snow in the past week, the forecast suggests a potential average of 9cm over the next two weeks, varying between models. Get ready for some fun runs despite the overcast skies!

AI-generated summary

This resort is closed for the season. Scores and weather data are still updated for informational purposes.

Depth

184cm depth - excellent coverage across all terrain.

Recent

52cm in the past week - decent refresh.

Forecast

30cm expected - good snow on the way.

Historic

Season is performing around average.

Data updated Sun, Apr 12, 06:02 PM UTC

Snow Summary

2255mECMWF Model

Updated Apr 12, 2026 at 6:11 PM

2cm
24h
1cm
Past 10d
14-Day Forecast
2
Prev10d
Now12
0.1
M13
0.6
T14
W15
T16
F17
S18
Past
Today
Forecast

Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Sun, Apr 12, 06:02 PM UTC

Freezing Level

2000m

🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions

Base

1080m

Temp

6.3°C

Wind

1.5km/h

Snow Depth

80cm

14-Day Forecast

2.7cm

Mid-Mountain

1668m

Temp

3°C

Wind

9.2km/h

Snow Depth

75cm

14-Day Forecast

2.1cm

Summit

2255m

Temp

-1.3°C

Wind

1.5km/h

Snow Depth

80cm

14-Day Forecast

9.4cm

Live Conditions

Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort Webcams

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Melchsee-Frutt Tourism / Roundshot

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Local Reports

0 reports
SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2255m)

ECMWF
0.7cm
GFS
15.2cm
GEM
13.4cm
JMA
13.6cm
ICON
0.6cm
Météo-Fr
1.7cm
SnowSure™
7.5cm

10-Day Forecast

Today

12

🌧️

1°

-1.8°

Mon

13

❄️

1.9°

-2.9°

0.1cm

Tue

14

❄️

-2.2°

-4.4°

0.6cm

Wed

15

4.7°

-4.6°

Thu

16

☁️

3.5°

-4.2°

Fri

17

☁️

5.8°

-7.4°

Sat

18

☁️

4.9°

-3.3°

Sun

19

☁️

5.7°

-4.3°

Mon

20

☁️

5.6°

-1°

Tue

21

☁️

5.3°

-2.3°

Summit elevation (2255m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Sun, Apr 12, 06:02 PM UTC

431.1cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

-25%

vs 5-Year Avg

573.8cm avg by now

-10%

vs 30-Year Avg

478.5cm avg by now

573.8cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has exceeded the 30-year average by approximately 16%, indicating a recent upward trend. However, snowfall has been highly variable, with the 2023 season standing out as an anomaly at 395.2 cm—well above both short- and long-term averages—while 2020 and 2022 saw significantly below-average totals. The most recent season (2024) recorded 239.1 cm, which is 43% higher than the 5-year average and 50% above the 30-year average, reinforcing the pattern of increased snowfall in recent years despite notable year-to-year fluctuations.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

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