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Sarikamis Snow Forecast - 5th May 2026

Sarikamis Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 05 May 2026 08:47 BST

Snow Forecast for Sarikamis

Snow and Weather from 5 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Sarikamis Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Sarikamis?

Sarikamis Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,067m)
Next Snow Expected17 May
Next Snow Amount 3cm 1in
Next 48 Hours 1cm -
Next 7 Days 1cm -

Forecast for today in Sarikamis

Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 3℃ 37°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
05

Snow unlikely

FairLt DrizzleMixedClear

Fair first, light drizzle then clear spells, clear sky later.

Forecast times for Sarikamis are in Istanbul (Europe/Istanbul) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Sarikamis from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Fri
08
Sat
09
Sun
10
Mon
11
Wind
2,634m 8,642ft
5℃ 40°F
Mixed
4℃ 40°F
Snow
+1cm +1in
6℃ 43°F
Snow
5℃ 41°F
Snow
+1cm
8℃ 47°F
Mixed
12℃ 53°F
Clear
12℃ 54°F
Lt Drizzle
SW F2
2,067m 6,781ft
9℃ 47°F
Lt Drizzle
9℃ 48°F
Light Snow
+1cm
10℃ 51°F
Mixed
9℃ 48°F
Light Snow
12℃ 53°F
Mixed
15℃ 60°F
Clear
16℃ 61°F
Lt Drizzle
SW F2
1,500m 4,921ft
12℃ 54°F
Lt Drizzle
13℃ 54°F
Light Snow
14℃ 57°F
Mixed
13℃ 55°F
Lt Drizzle
16℃ 60°F
Mixed
19℃ 66°F
Clear
20℃ 68°F
Lt Drizzle
Snow Line

varying 2,531m 8,304ft
to 1,654m 5,427ft

2,300m 7,546ft

varying 2,023m 6,637ft
to 1,946m 6,385ft

Max Town 12℃ 54°F 13℃ 54°F 14℃ 57°F 13℃ 55°F 16℃ 60°F 19℃ 66°F 20℃ 68°F
Min Town 3℃ 37°F 3℃ 36°F 2℃ 36°F 4℃ 40°F 5℃ 40°F 6℃ 42°F 8℃ 45°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 Reliability

Sarikamis enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depth reaching up to 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports and updates, be sure to visit J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sarikamis

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sarikamis, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sarikamis, 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 Sarikamis 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 Sarikamis 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 Sarikamis 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.