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Alba Snow Forecast - 3rd May 2026

Alba Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 03 May 2026 08:42 BST

Snow Forecast for Alba

Snow and Weather from 3 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Alba Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Alba?

Alba Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,975m)
Next Snow Expected5 May
Next Snow Amount 2cm 1in
Next 48 Hours 2cm 1in
Next 7 Days 2cm 1in
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Forecast for today in Alba

Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 5℃ 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
03

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Forecast times for Alba are in Rome (Europe/Rome) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Alba from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Fri
08
Sat
09
WindS F2SW F2
2,430m 7,972ft
9℃ 48°F
Cloud
1℃ 34°F
Light Snow
+1cm
3℃ 38°F
Snow
+5cm +2in
3℃ 38°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
6℃ 42°F
Shwrs
7℃ 44°F
Shwrs
7℃ 45°F
Mixed
S F2SW F2
1,975m 6,480ft
12℃ 53°F
Cloud
4℃ 39°F
Lt Drizzle
6℃ 43°F
Cloud
+2cm +1in
6℃ 43°F
Light Snow
9℃ 47°F
Shwrs
10℃ 49°F
Shwrs
10℃ 50°F
Mixed
S F2SW F2
1,520m 4,987ft
15℃ 59°F
Cloud
7℃ 44°F
Lt Drizzle
9℃ 48°F
Cloud
9℃ 49°F
Lt Drizzle
12℃ 53°F
Shwrs
13℃ 54°F
Shwrs
13℃ 56°F
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 2,166m 7,106ft
to 2,074m 6,804ft

varying 1,889m 6,198ft
to 1,674m 5,492ft

varying 2,135m 7,005ft
to 1,843m 6,047ft

Max Town 15℃ 59°F 7℃ 44°F 9℃ 48°F 9℃ 49°F 12℃ 53°F 13℃ 54°F 13℃ 56°F
Min Town 5℃ 40°F 4℃ 39°F 3℃ 36°F 4℃ 38°F 2℃ 36°F 3℃ 37°F 4℃ 40°F

This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.

Snow Reliability

Alba typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 120 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall and efficient snow-making systems ensure quality skiing; check J2Ski for the latest snow updates.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Alba

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Alba, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Alba, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.

Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:

Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste

These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.

  • Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
  • Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.

WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Alba is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.

Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts

Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Alba will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.

New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.

Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.

Predicting Future Snow Quality

Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Alba for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.

Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.