Macugnaga Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 14 October 2026 18:40 PDT
Snow Forecast for Macugnaga
Snow and Weather from 15 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Macugnaga Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Macugnaga?
| Next Snow Expected | 18 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 13in |
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Forecast for today in Macugnaga
Max 67°F
Min 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 48°F to daytime highs around 67°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Forecast times for Macugnaga are in Rome (Europe/Rome) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 14 October 2026 19:44 PDT
Powder Possible :- 13in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Macugnaga over the next 4 days.
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Macugnaga 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 9,744ft | 44°F
| 43°F
 | 37°F
 | 29°F
 +26in
| 31°F
+8in
| 33°F
 | 30°F
+1in
|
| 7,054ft | 58°F
| 57°F
| 49°F
| 38°F
+4in
| 39°F
+9in
| 42°F
 | 37°F
|
| 4,364ft | 67°F
| 68°F
| 60°F
| 48°F
 | 55°F
| 58°F
| 51°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 8,451ft | varying 8,150ft | varying 9,511ft | varying 7,848ft | varying 9,058ft | ||
| Max Town | 67°F | 68°F | 60°F | 48°F | 55°F | 58°F | 51°F |
| Min Town | 48°F | 51°F | 46°F | 44°F | 38°F | 35°F | 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 Forecast near Macugnaga
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alagna Valsesia | - | 36in | |||||||
| Saas-Fee | - | 32in | |||||||
| Champoluc | 1in | 32in | |||||||
| Gressoney la Trinité | - | 31in | |||||||
| Zermatt | - | 26in | |||||||
| Breuil-Cervinia | - | 15in | |||||||
| Grimentz | - | 9in |
How reliable is the snow in Macugnaga?
Macugnaga enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, including snowfall updates, visit J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Macugnaga
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Macugnaga, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Macugnaga, 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 Macugnaga 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 Macugnaga 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 Macugnaga 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.