Sils Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 March 2026 18:43 GMT
Snow Forecast for Sils
Snow and Weather from 21 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Sils Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Sils?
| Next Snow Expected | 22 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 14cm 5in |
Forecast for today in Sils
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -10℃ 13°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -10℃ 13°F and rising to 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
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1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,797m 5,896ft ).
Forecast times for Sils are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | Wed 25 | Thu 26 | Fri 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | N F3 | |||||
| 3,303m 10,837ft | -9℃ 16°F
 +1cm
| -11℃ 12°F
+2cm +1in
| -10℃ 14°F
| -7℃ 20°F
 | -6℃ 21°F
 +4cm +2in
| -18℃ -1°F
+3cm +1in
| -18℃ 0°F
+3cm +1in
|
| NW F3 | N F3 | ||||||
| 2,550m 8,366ft | -5℃ 24°F
+1cm
| -7℃ 20°F
+2cm +1in
| -6℃ 22°F
| -2℃ 27°F
| -2℃ 29°F
+4cm +2in
| -14℃ 7°F
+3cm +1in
| -13℃ 8°F
+3cm +1in
|
| NE F2 | NE F2 | ||||||
| 1,797m 5,896ft | 1℃ 34°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
| 1℃ 33°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
+4cm +2in
| -7℃ 19°F
+2cm +1in
| -7℃ 20°F
+3cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | 1,797m 5,896ft | 1,797m 5,896ft | varying 2,012m 6,601ft | 1,797m 5,896ft | 1,797m 5,896ft | ||
| Max Town | 1℃ 34°F | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 33°F | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | -7℃ 19°F | -7℃ 20°F |
| Min Town | -10℃ 13°F | -5℃ 23°F | -11℃ 13°F | -7℃ 19°F | -8℃ 18°F | -11℃ 12°F | -11℃ 12°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 Sils
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madesimo | 6cm 2in | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Avers / Cresta | 5cm 2in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Lenzerheide - Valbella | 3cm 1in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Samedan | 2cm 1in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| St. Moritz | 2cm 1in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Livigno | 3cm 1in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Teglio | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Sils typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm in winter. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski for updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sils
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sils, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sils, 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 Sils 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 Sils 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 Sils 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.