St. Moritz Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 19 October 2026 13:49 BST
Snow Forecast for St. Moritz
Snow and Weather from 19 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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St. Moritz Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in St. Moritz?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 8cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 21cm 8in |
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Forecast for today in St. Moritz
Max 15℃ 58°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fog then fair, fog later.
Forecast times for St. Moritz are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,300m 10,827ft | 3℃ 37°F
| 0℃ 31°F
 +5cm +2in
| -3℃ 26°F
+22cm +9in
| -8℃ 17°F
+4cm +1in
| -7℃ 19°F
| -10℃ 15°F
 | -7℃ 20°F
 +7cm +3in
|
| 2,515m 8,251ft | 10℃ 49°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 3℃ 37°F
 +8cm +3in
| -3℃ 27°F
+4cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
 | -3℃ 26°F
| -1℃ 31°F
+6cm +2in
|
| 1,730m 5,676ft | 15℃ 58°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 39°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+3cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 3,068m 10,066ft | varying 2,745m 9,006ft | varying 1,822m 5,978ft | varying 2,099m 6,886ft | varying 2,192m 7,192ft | ||
| Max Town | 15℃ 58°F | 12℃ 54°F | 8℃ 47°F | 2℃ 36°F | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 35°F | 5℃ 40°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 40°F | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 36°F | -8℃ 18°F | -8℃ 18°F | -6℃ 21°F | -1℃ 29°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 St. Moritz
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madesimo | 26cm 10in | 42cm 17in | |||||||
| Davos | 8cm 3in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Lenzerheide - Valbella | 10cm 4in | 27cm 10in | |||||||
| Parpan | 10cm 4in | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Livigno | 12cm 5in | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Avers / Cresta | 5cm 2in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Samedan | - | 10cm 4in |
How reliable is the snow in St. Moritz?
St. Moritz enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically boasting a snow depth of 60 to 120 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures excellent skiing, but for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current snow conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in St. Moritz
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to St. Moritz, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in St. Moritz, 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 St. Moritz 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 St. Moritz 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 St. Moritz 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.