Saas Almagell Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 02 May 2026 08:44 BST
Snow Forecast for Saas Almagell
Snow and Weather from 2 May.
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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Saas Almagell Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Saas Almagell?
| Next Snow Expected | 4 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm 3in |
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Forecast for today in Saas Almagell
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Saas Almagell are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Sat 02 | Sun 03 | Mon 04 | Tue 05 | Wed 06 | Thu 07 | Fri 08 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,400m 7,874ft | 4℃ 39°F
 | 3℃ 37°F
| 0℃ 33°F
 +3cm +1in
| 0℃ 31°F
 +3cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
 +5cm +2in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 1℃ 33°F
|
| 2,036m 6,680ft | 6℃ 44°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+2cm +1in
| 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 35°F
+3cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 38°F
|
| 1,672m 5,486ft | 9℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 4℃ 38°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 39°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 5℃ 41°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 2,041m 6,696ft | varying 1,980m 6,496ft | varying 2,072m 6,798ft | varying 1,949m 6,394ft | |||
| Max Town | 9℃ 49°F | 9℃ 48°F | 5℃ 41°F | 4℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | 9℃ 48°F | 5℃ 41°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 33°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 33°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 33°F | 3℃ 38°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 Forecast near Saas Almagell
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grimentz | - | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Alagna Valsesia | 2cm 1in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| San Domenico | 4cm 2in | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Gressoney la Trinité | 1cm - | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Saas Grund | 1cm - | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | 1cm - | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Saastal | 1cm - | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Breuil-Cervinia | 2cm 1in | 12cm 5in |
Snow Reliability
Saas Almagell enjoys consistent snowfall, with an average snow depth of around 2 meters during the peak season. Snow reliability is high, making it ideal for winter sports enthusiasts; check J2Ski for the latest snow updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Saas Almagell
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Saas Almagell, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Saas Almagell, 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 Saas Almagell 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 Saas Almagell 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 Saas Almagell 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.