Valais - Switzerland   2026-02-17   Tuesday   46.02N, 7.75E

Zermatt

Valais - Switzerland
2026-02-17

Gale force wind

Issue date: 2026-02-17T06:56+00:00

- Possible impacts: Breaking off of smaller branches. Toppling of objects that are unsecured or only inadequately secured. - Recommendations for action: Before a storm: Secure any freestanding objects outdoors. - Highest wind gusts in exposed locations: above 2000 m 90 - 120 km/h - Main wind direction northwest to west

Snowfall

Issue date: 2026-02-15T10:10+00:00

- Warning valid above 1000 m a.s.l. - Possible impacts: Icy conditions due to snow-covered roads. - Recommendations for action: Stay informed of the driving conditions (e.g. via radio, by calling the 163 telephone service, through television or online media). Check the daily avalanche bulletin and the additional information provided by the WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF. - Expected amounts: above 1000 m a.s.l. 30 - 60 cm, above 1500 m a.s.l. 40 - 80 cm - Snowfall limit: 800-1500 m (sinking)