Saas-Balen

Plan your trip to Saas-Balen in Wallis, Switzerland. Live snow reports, lift passes, piste maps, ski schools and chalets.

Location
Wallis, Switzerland, The Alps
Coordinates
46.156372, 7.928076
Area
0 km²

Weather & Climate in Saas-Balen

The warmest temperatures in Saas-Balen occur in July, averaging 16.4°C (up to 21.1°C). The coolest conditions are in January at -1.0°C.

The driest weather conditions are typically in March with average rainfall of 117.1mm. Average humidity: 75.1%.

Monthly Temperatures

  • January: -1.0°C (rainfall: 134.7mm)
  • February: 1.6°C (rainfall: 146.3mm)
  • March: 3.2°C (rainfall: 117.1mm)
  • April: 5.9°C (rainfall: 147.4mm)
  • May: 10.2°C (rainfall: 214.7mm)
  • June: 15.2°C (rainfall: 195.6mm)
  • July: 16.4°C (rainfall: 206.1mm)
  • August: 16.2°C (rainfall: 235.4mm)
  • September: 12.6°C (rainfall: 155.7mm)
  • October: 9.0°C (rainfall: 127.1mm)
  • November: 2.8°C (rainfall: 149.1mm)
  • December: -0.1°C (rainfall: 160.7mm)

Recommended Packing List for Saas-Balen

Based on average temperature of 7.7°C, typical conditions, humidity 81%.

  • Heavy layers & thermal clothing - temperatures around 8°C require warm insulation
  • Warm hat & ski gloves - critical for cold mountain conditions
  • Ski goggles - essential for visibility on the slopes
  • Sunscreen & lip balm with SPF - protection from mountain UV at altitude
  • Waterproof ski boots - well-fitted for comfort on long ski days
  • Layered ski clothing - moisture-wicking base, insulating mid, waterproof outer
  • Ski helmet - essential for safety on all pistes
  • First aid kit - basic medical supplies for remote areas
  • Hand warmers - useful for cold chairlift rides
  • Camera or GoPro - capture your skiing memories on the slopes

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