📷 Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort
Europe
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open December 7, 2026
Conditions data updated Tue, Jul 14, 07:04 AM UTC · informational only
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Last Snowfall
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Past 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0cm
14-Day Forecast
1.7cm
Snow Depth
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Powder Days
12
2026–27 season
Overview
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort is a ski resort in Europe, Switzerland, currently closed for the season (Projected to open December 7, 2026). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~2 cm (0.8 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-07-14 07:04 UTC.
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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort
Lifts
16
Skiable area
36 ac
Longest run
9 km / 5.6 mi
Runs by difficulty(13 total)
Beginner
7
55% of terrain
Intermediate
2
18% of terrain
Advanced
4
27% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- Aerial tram1
- High-speed quad2
- Surface lift7
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Magic Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
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.
Snow Summary
Updated Jul 14, 2026 at 7:04 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
The Alps region
Current Conditions
Reported Tue, Jul 14, 07:04 AM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- SLFSummit 0cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Base
1080m
Temp
22.4°C
Wind
1.8km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0.3cm
Mid-Mountain
1668m
Temp
--°C
Wind
2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0.3cm
Summit
2255m
Temp
14.7°C
Wind
1.8km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0.9cm
Live Conditions
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort Webcams
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily 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 Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort (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 Jul 14, 7:04 AM
Today 18 / 711.4mm | Wed, Jul 15 15 / 618.6mm | Thu, Jul 16 17 / 52.4mm | Fri, Jul 17 16 / 711.7mm | Sat, Jul 18 9 / 515mm | Sun, Jul 19 11 / -111.1mm | |||||||||||||
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| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 0.3 | 2.1 | 9 | 3 | 3.6 | 12 | 0 | 0.6 | 1.8 | 0.3 | 7.2 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 7.5 | 3 | 0 | 4.5 | 6.6 |
| Temp (°C) | 14 | 17 | 10 | 10 | 13 | 9 | 10 | 17 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 9 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 3 |
| Wind (km/h) | 3 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 3 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 21 | 40 | 30 | 34 | 36 | 30 | 20 | 32 | 23 | 29 | 38 | 39 | 24 | 28 | 31 | 23 | 37 | 33 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2255m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
14
🌧️
17.9°
7.2°
10 km/h
Wed
15
🌧️
14.8°
6°
8 km/h
Thu
16
🌧️
17.3°
4.8°
7 km/h
Fri
17
🌦️
16.2°
6.7°
8 km/h
Sat
18
🌧️
9.2°
5°
6 km/h
Sun
19
🌧️
11.2°
-0.8°
9 km/h
Mon
20
⛅
10.7°
2.3°
7 km/h
Tue
21
⛅
11.9°
0.5°
7 km/h
Wed
22
⛅
14.8°
1.6°
7 km/h
Thu
23
☁️
19°
1.5°
8 km/h
Summit elevation (2255m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Jul 14, 07:04 AM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 545cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 545cm full-season avg
545cm
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.
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 585cm with an average of 137 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 82.3cm | 17 days | 31cm | 63cm | 19.1cm |
| December | 87.7cm | 18 days | 81cm | 109cm | 17.5cm |
| January | 86.6cm | 18 days | 119cm | 149cm | 17.2cm |
| February | 78.5cm | 17 days | 149cm | 173cm | 16.2cm |
| March | 82.2cm | 19 days | 162cm | 186cm | 16.6cm |
| April | 71cm | 16 days | 150cm | 183cm | 16.5cm |
| May | 39.5cm | 12 days | 81cm | 133cm | 12.2cm |
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 Dec 7, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
