Macugnaga Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Macugnaga
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This is the Snow Forecast for Macugnaga, Italy for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 15:38 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 55cm 22in |
| Next 48 Hours | 152cm 60in |
| Next 7 Days | 179cm 70in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Macugnaga.
Forecast for today in Macugnaga
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 66cm up to 26in New Snow
Light rain showers, rain showers, rain later.
Snow Line from 2,279m 7,477ft to 1,879m 6,165ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 16 April 2025 03:40 BST
Powder Possible :- 78cm 31in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Macugnaga over the next 2 days.
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Macugnaga Snow Report
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Macugnaga 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F4 | SE F4 | SE F3 | ||||
| 2,970m 9,744ft | -3℃ 27°F
 +66cm +26in
| -1℃ 29°F
 +79cm +31in
| -3℃ 27°F
+7cm +3in
| -4℃ 25°F
 +2cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
+13cm +5in
| 0℃ 32°F
+3cm +1in
| -1℃ 29°F
 +1cm +1in
|
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 2,150m 7,054ft | 2℃ 36°F
+55cm +22in
| 3℃ 37°F
+20cm +8in
| 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
+3cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
+17cm +7in
| 7℃ 44°F
 | 5℃ 40°F
 |
| 1,330m 4,364ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 11℃ 52°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 2,279m 7,477ft | varying 2,509m 8,232ft | varying 2,139m 7,018ft | varying 2,039m 6,690ft | varying 2,149m 7,051ft | varying 2,609m 8,560ft | varying 2,369m 7,772ft |
| Max Town | 7℃ 45°F | 9℃ 47°F | 8℃ 46°F | 6℃ 43°F | 7℃ 45°F | 14℃ 57°F | 11℃ 52°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 38°F | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | 6℃ 43°F | 2℃ 36°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.
Macugnaga Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 66cm up to 26in New Snow
Light rain showers, rain showers, rain later.
Snow Line from 2,279m 7,477ft to 1,879m 6,165ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 79cm up to 31in New Snow
Heavy rain first, rain showers then rain, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,509m 8,232ft to 1,939m 6,362ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Rain showers first, cloudy then light rain showers, drizzle later.
Snow Line from 2,139m 7,018ft to 1,809m 5,935ft , with rain below.
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Drizzle, cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,039m 6,690ft to 1,749m 5,738ft , with rain below.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 13cm up to 5in New Snow
Light rain, rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,149m 7,051ft to 1,849m 6,066ft , with rain below.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Light rain first, clear spells then thunderstorms, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,609m 8,560ft to 2,159m 7,083ft , with rain below.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then light drizzle, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,369m 7,772ft to 2,019m 6,624ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Macugnaga, Italy gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Macugnaga, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Macugnaga Snow Forecast updated at 15:38 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Macugnaga
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alagna Valsesia | 264cm 104in | 302cm 119in | |||||||
| Gressoney la Trinité | 143cm 56in | 173cm 68in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | 133cm 52in | 161cm 64in | |||||||
| Champoluc | 130cm 51in | 160cm 63in | |||||||
| Zermatt | 117cm 46in | 151cm 59in | |||||||
| Breuil-Cervinia | 86cm 34in | 105cm 41in | |||||||
| Grimentz | 59cm 23in | 64cm 25in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Macugnaga
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Macugnaga, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Macugnaga, 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 Macugnaga 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 Macugnaga 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 Macugnaga 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.