Sestrière Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 15 November 2026 00:47 GMT
Snow Forecast for Sestrière
Snow and Weather from 15 November.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Sestrière Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Sestrière?
| Next Snow Expected | 15 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 15cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 29cm 12in |
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Forecast for today in Sestrière
Max 5℃ 40°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 5℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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4cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Snow showers first, light snow showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,840m 6,037ft ).
Forecast times for Sestrière are in Rome (Europe/Rome) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 15 November 2026 03:47 GMT
Powder Possible :- 15cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Sestrière over the next 2 days.
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| Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | |
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| Wind | SW F2 | ||||||
| 2,840m 9,318ft | -3℃ 27°F
+4cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
+3cm +1in
| -1℃ 29°F
 +9cm +4in
| -1℃ 29°F
+7cm +3in
| -3℃ 27°F
+10cm +4in
| -4℃ 25°F
+2cm +1in
| -4℃ 24°F
 |
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 2,340m 7,677ft | 0℃ 33°F
+4cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+3cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
 +8cm +3in
| 2℃ 35°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
+9cm +3in
| 0℃ 31°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
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| SW F2 | |||||||
| 1,840m 6,037ft | 5℃ 40°F
+4cm +2in
| 4℃ 39°F
 +2cm +1in
| 5℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 3℃ 38°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 36°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,840m 6,037ft | varying 2,102m 6,896ft | varying 2,302m 7,552ft | varying 2,332m 7,651ft | varying 2,240m 7,349ft | 1,840m 6,037ft | 1,840m 6,037ft |
| Max Town | 5℃ 40°F | 4℃ 39°F | 5℃ 40°F | 5℃ 40°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 36°F |
| Min Town | -1℃ 30°F | -1℃ 29°F | 1℃ 33°F | 2℃ 35°F | -3℃ 26°F | -5℃ 23°F | -9℃ 16°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.
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Snow Forecast near Sestrière
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bardonecchia | 18cm 7in | 41cm 16in | |||||||
| Cesana Torinese | 15cm 6in | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Sansicario | 16cm 6in | 37cm 15in | |||||||
| Via Lattea | 16cm 6in | 37cm 15in | |||||||
| San Sicario | 15cm 6in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Sauze d'Oulx | 16cm 6in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Pontechianale | 12cm 5in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Pian del Frais - Chiomonte | 17cm 7in | 31cm 12in |
How reliable is the snow in Sestrière?
Sestrière enjoys reliable snow, with average depths ranging from 50 to 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski for current information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sestrière
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sestrière, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sestrière, 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 Sestrière 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 Sestrière 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 Sestrière 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.