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Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

📷 Verbier

Europe

Verbier

Closed for the season

Season ended April 26, 2026

Conditions data updated Sat, Aug 29, 01:02 PM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 26

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Aug 25

4d ago

Past 24 Hours

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Past 48 Hours

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Past 10 Days

6.4cm

14-Day Forecast

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Snow Depth

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Powder Days

12

2026–27 season

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Bluebird Days

3

2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 29, 1:02 PM•Weather at base: 1500m

Overview

Verbier is a ski resort in Europe, Switzerland, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 26, 2026). 4 cm (1.6 in) of snow in the last 7 days. Conditions last updated 2026-08-29 13:02 UTC.

Resort Guide

Verbier is a renowned ski resort located in the Swiss Alps, offering access to over 400 kilometers of slopes within the expansive 4 Vallées ski area. The resort is known for its vibrant alpine village atmosphere, diverse terrain suitable for all levels, and exceptional off-piste opportunities. Key amenities include modern lift systems, a variety of dining and après-ski options, and year-round activities, making Verbier a standout destination for both winter sports enthusiasts and leisure travelers.

Resort Info

Summit3330m
Base1500m
Vertical1830m
Lifts33
Skiable Area1018.6 acres
Average snowfall187 inches / 475 cm
CountrySwitzerland
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Season dates

Season endedApril 26, 2026
Projected openingNovember 14, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

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

Farinet Lounge Bar – Renowned for its legendary après-ski parties, live music, and panoramic terrace views, Farinet Lounge Bar is a Verbier institution where skiers and snowboarders gather for vibrant evenings and a lively social scene.

Snow Summary

3330mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 29, 2026 at 1:02 PM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Sat, Aug 29, 01:02 PM 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

19°C

Wind

6.7km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

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Mid-Mountain

2415m

Temp

11.9°C

Wind

7.7km/h

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Summit

3330m

Temp

6°C

Wind

7.7km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Verbier El Niño rank & forecast

Verbier ranks #66 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).

#66 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), Verbier averaged +10% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — one of the strongest positive El Niño signals we track. With NOAA forecasting a potentially record event for winter 2026-27, history says this is the winter to book Verbier with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 -19%, '15-16 +4%, '23-24 +46%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.

'97-98 −19%'15-16 +4%'23-24 +46%

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

Verbier Webcams

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Verbier Tourism / Roundshot

Verbier Tourism / Roundshot

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Local Reports

0 reports
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 Verbier (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 29, 1:02 PM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
6 / -3
Sun, Aug 30
8 / 01.2mm
Mon, Aug 31
7 / -10.1cm0.6mm
Tue, Sep 1
7 / -4
Wed, Sep 2
6 / -2
Thu, Sep 3
8 / -2
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000000000.1000000000
Precip (mm)00000.90.3000.6000000000
Temp (°C)-151372272060260381
Wind (km/h)272262273273392292
Gusts (km/h)192520172519232925182623212828172621

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (3330m)

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10-Day Forecast

Today

29

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6°

-3.3°

9 km/h

Sun

30

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7.7°

-0.1°

6 km/h

Mon

31

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7.2°

-0.8°

9 km/h

Tue

1

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7°

-4.2°

8 km/h

Wed

2

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6.4°

-1.7°

10 km/h

Thu

3

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8.2°

-1.9°

10 km/h

Fri

4

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11.4°

1.5°

7 km/h

Sat

5

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12.6°

3.5°

7 km/h

Sun

6

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11.5°

3.1°

7 km/h

Mon

7

⛅

10.4°

3°

10 km/h

Summit elevation (3330m) • 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 Sat, Aug 29, 01:02 PM UTC

3.8cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

-99%

vs 5-Year Avg

463cm avg by now

-99%

vs 30-Year Avg

473cm avg by now

463cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~4.6 cm. That's 99% below the 5-year average (463 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 99% below the 30-year average (473 cm).

Verbier Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 592cm with an average of 146 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
November83.8cm18 days47cm85cm18.7cm
December91.2cm19 days109cm148cm17.8cm
January84.8cm18 days153cm187cm17.4cm
February69.6cm17 days180cm209cm14.4cm
March74cm19 days191cm217cm15.9cm
April61.7cm17 days187cm213cm14cm
May53.6cm15 days150cm194cm13.6cm

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 14, 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 Verbier, ERA5 season snowfall median was 535 cm (211 in), about 3% 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

535 cm

10 El Niño winters · 3% below median

All-season median

554 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10535 cm502 cm – 702 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12565 cm522 cm – 702 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8561 cm547 cm – 610 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 Verbier

Where is Verbier?
Verbier is a ski resort in Switzerland.
How high is Verbier?
Verbier runs from a base elevation of 1,500 m (4,921 ft) to a summit of 3,330 m (10,925 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,830 m (6,004 ft).
How big is Verbier?
Verbier has 1,019 acres (412 hectares) of skiable terrain and 33 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Verbier?
Verbier 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 Verbier?
Verbier 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 Verbier get in a typical season?
Verbier averages 187 inches / 475 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Verbier in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #66 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), Verbier averaged +10% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — one of the strongest positive El Niño signals we track. With NOAA forecasting a potentially record event for winter 2026-27, history says this is the winter to book Verbier with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 -19%, '15-16 +4%, '23-24 +46%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.