Silvaplana Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Silvaplana
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Silvaplana, Switzerland for 15 days from 9 May.
Updated 08 May 2025 21:32 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 12 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm - |
| Next 7 Days | 16cm 6in |
| Find a Ski Instructor | |
| Free Snow Reports by e-Mail | Sign Up for Powder Alerts |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Silvaplana.
Forecast for today in Silvaplana
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
up to 1cm New Snow
Snow showers first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,909m 6,263ft to resort level.
Silvaplana has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Silvaplana Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 68cm 27in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
Silvaplana 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
Get this snow forecast by e-mail Join J2Ski's Snow Mail Here
NEW FOR 24/25 - Improved Forecasts for Silvaplana - high-resolution weather models, updated more often - Subscribe
| Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | Tue 13 | Wed 14 | Thu 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | ||||||
| 3,303m 10,837ft | -5℃ 23°F
 +1cm
| -2℃ 28°F
| 1℃ 34°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 +5cm +2in
| -1℃ 30°F
+7cm +3in
| -3℃ 27°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 31°F
+3cm +1in
|
| S F2 | |||||||
| 2,587m 8,486ft | 0℃ 33°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 38°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 5℃ 42°F
+5cm +2in
| 4℃ 38°F
+5cm +2in
| 2℃ 35°F
| 4℃ 39°F
|
| 1,870m 6,135ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 7℃ 45°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 1,909m 6,263ft | varying 2,479m 8,133ft | varying 2,369m 7,772ft | varying 2,589m 8,494ft | varying 2,409m 7,904ft | ||
| Max Town | 7℃ 45°F | 10℃ 50°F | 9℃ 49°F | 9℃ 49°F | 8℃ 46°F | 10℃ 50°F | 7℃ 45°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 34°F | 2℃ 35°F | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 33°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 37°F | 3℃ 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.
Silvaplana 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 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
up to 1cm New Snow
Snow showers first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,909m 6,263ft to resort level.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, fog later.
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
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear sky then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow
Fog, clear spells, rain later.
Snow Line from 2,479m 8,133ft to 2,279m 7,477ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
13
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Light rain first, cloudy then rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,369m 7,772ft to 2,159m 7,083ft , with rain below.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
14
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,589m 8,494ft to 2,249m 7,379ft , with rain below.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 3℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
15
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,409m 7,904ft to 2,279m 7,477ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Silvaplana, Switzerland 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 Silvaplana, 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.
Silvaplana Snow Forecast updated at 21:32 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Silvaplana
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Moritz | - | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Madesimo | 8cm 3in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Davos | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Parpan | 1cm - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Livigno | 2cm 1in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Lenzerheide - Valbella | - | 2cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Silvaplana
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Silvaplana, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Silvaplana, 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 Silvaplana 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 Silvaplana 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 Silvaplana 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.