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Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

📷 Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort

Europe

Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort

Closed for the season

Season ended April 6, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:03 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 6

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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14-Day Forecast

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Powder Days

12

2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 10:03 AM•Weather at base: 1080m

Overview

Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort is a ski resort in Europe, Switzerland, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 6, 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 10:03 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.

Resort Info

Summit2255m
Base1080m
Vertical1175m
Lifts16
Runs13
Skiable Area32 acres
Average snowfall231 inches / 587 cm
CountrySwitzerland
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Season dates

Season endedApril 6, 2026
Projected openingDecember 7, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Magic Pass

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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

2255mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 28, 2026 at 10:03 AM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 10:03 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

21.2°C

Wind

4.4km/h

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14-Day Forecast

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Mid-Mountain

1668m

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Summit

2255m

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13.5°C

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort El Niño rank & forecast

Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort ranks #69 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier A, +10% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain: Historically snowed much more than normal in strong El Niño winters (≥ +8% vs this resort’s own 30-year average).

#69 of 488Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

Strong-event signal: +10% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort averaged +10% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -6%, '15-16 -3%, '23-24 +40%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −6%'15-16 −3%'23-24 +40%

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

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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 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 Aug 28, 10:03 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
14 / 715.9mm
Sat, Aug 29
13 / 30.6mm
Sun, Aug 30
14 / 10.6mm
Mon, Aug 31
13 / 43.3mm
Tue, Sep 1
14 / 12.1mm
Wed, Sep 2
9 / 312.3mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000000000000000000
Precip (mm)0.68.17.2000.600.6001.81.5002.10.65.46.3
Temp (°C)1211105127613681265136786
Wind (km/h)655462364363463332
Gusts (km/h)412940192620182718243224222927182423

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2255m)

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10-Day Forecast

Today

28

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13.8°

6.5°

9 km/h

Sat

29

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12.7°

3.1°

7 km/h

Sun

30

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13.6°

1.2°

7 km/h

Mon

31

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12.8°

4.4°

7 km/h

Tue

1

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13.5°

1.4°

6 km/h

Wed

2

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9.4°

3.4°

5 km/h

Thu

3

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12.3°

0.1°

6 km/h

Fri

4

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16.3°

3.6°

5 km/h

Sat

5

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19.1°

5°

6 km/h

Sun

6

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20.1°

6.9°

8 km/h

Summit elevation (2255m) • 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, 10:03 AM UTC

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Off-season · 545cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 510cm full-season avg

545cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~392.4 cm. That's 28% below the 5-year average (545 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 23% below the 30-year average (510 cm).

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).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November82.3cm17 days31cm63cm19.1cm
December87.7cm18 days81cm109cm17.5cm
January86.6cm18 days119cm149cm17.2cm
February78.5cm17 days149cm173cm16.2cm
March82.2cm19 days162cm186cm16.6cm
April71cm16 days150cm183cm16.5cm
May39.5cm12 days81cm133cm12.2cm

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.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort, ERA5 season snowfall median was 556 cm (219 in), about 1% 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

556 cm

10 El Niño winters · 1% below median

All-season median

559 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10556 cm508 cm – 579 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12619 cm542 cm – 708 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8535 cm508 cm – 594 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 Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort

Where is Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort is a ski resort in Switzerland.
How high is Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort runs from a base elevation of 1,080 m (3,543 ft) to a summit of 2,255 m (7,398 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,175 m (3,855 ft).
How big is Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort has 32 acres (13 hectares) of skiable terrain, 13 marked runs and 16 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort is on the Magic 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 Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort typically operates from December 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 Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort get in a typical season?
Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort averages 231 inches / 587 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #69 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +10% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort averaged +10% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Melchsee-Frutt Ski Resort sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -6%, '15-16 -3%, '23-24 +40%. A pattern, not a promise.