Visperterminen Snow Report
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Visperterminen
Visperterminen ski resort in Switzerland is a small, family-friendly ski area with 13 kilometers of slopes. The resort has a great reputation for its beginner-friendly terrain, as well as its stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The best trails are the blue runs that are perfect for beginners and those looking for a more relaxed skiing experience. The resort is also home to a rare grape variety called Heida, which is grown on the steep slopes around the resort. For a beginner skier, we suggest trying out the "Lätti" run, which is a gentle slope perfect for first-timers. As for apres-ski, we recommend the cozy Bergrestaurant Visperterminen for drinks and a traditional Swiss meal.
Terrain mix: The Visperterminen ski resort in Switzerland is located in the Valais Alps, specifically in the canton of Valais. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of the resort include:
1. The resort is situated in the Vispertal valley, surrounded by the Bernese Alps to the north and the Pennine Alps to the south.
2. The highest peak in the area is the Weissmies, which stands at 4,017 meters (13,179 feet) and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
3. The terrain at Visperterminen offers a mix of beginner and intermediate slopes, making it suitable for skiers of all levels.
4. The resort is known for its sunny aspect, with many slopes facing south and offering plenty of sunshine throughout the day.
5. The nearby mountain villages of Visperterminen and Visp offer traditional Swiss charm and a range of accommodation options for visitors to the resort.
Overall, Visperterminen ski resort offers a picturesque setting in the Swiss Alps with a variety of skiing options for visitors to enjoy.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Visperterminen -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Visperterminen in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Visperterminen reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Visperterminen
Where does the snow data for Visperterminen come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Visperterminen?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Visperterminen?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Visperterminen.