Silvaplana Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Silvaplana
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This is the Snow Forecast for Silvaplana, Switzerland for 16 days from 29 May.
Updated 29 May 2025 11:36 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 29 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 8cm 3in |
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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 11℃ 52°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
29
up to 4cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow showers at altitude first, fair then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,259m 7,411ft to 2,099m 6,886ft , with rain below.
Silvaplana has 4cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Silvaplana Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 66cm 26in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Snow in last 24Hrs | +3cm +1in |
Silvaplana 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 29 | Fri 30 | Sat 31 | Sun 01 | Mon 02 | Tue 03 | Wed 04 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F4 | SE F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | S F3 | ||
| 3,303m 10,837ft | -2℃ 29°F
 +4cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 41°F
 | 3℃ 36°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 +3cm +1in
|
| NW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | S F3 | ||||
| 2,587m 8,486ft | 5℃ 41°F
+3cm +1in
| 10℃ 51°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 8℃ 46°F
|
| NE F2 | S F2 | ||||||
| 1,870m 6,135ft | 11℃ 52°F
| 18℃ 64°F
 | 18℃ 64°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 14℃ 57°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,259m 7,411ft | varying 2,969m 9,741ft | |||||
| Max Town | 11℃ 52°F | 18℃ 64°F | 18℃ 64°F | 16℃ 61°F | 12℃ 54°F | 13℃ 55°F | 14℃ 57°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 38°F | 5℃ 41°F | 7℃ 44°F | 6℃ 43°F | 8℃ 47°F | 9℃ 47°F | 9℃ 47°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 11℃ 52°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
29
up to 4cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow showers at altitude first, fair then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,259m 7,411ft to 2,099m 6,886ft , with rain below.
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
01
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, fog later.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 8℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
02
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then rain showers, fog later.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 9℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 9℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
04
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,969m 9,741ft to 2,949m 9,675ft , 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 11:36 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Silvaplana
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parpan | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| St. Moritz | 4cm 1in | 6cm 3in | |||||||
| Davos | 5cm 2in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Lenzerheide - Valbella | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Madesimo | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Livigno | 1cm 1in | 1cm 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.