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Macugnaga Snow Forecast - 21st October 2026

Macugnaga Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 20 October 2026 17:40 PDT

Snow Forecast for Macugnaga

Snow and Weather from 21 October.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Macugnaga Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Macugnaga?

Macugnaga Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (7,054ft)
Next Snow Expected22 October
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours3in
Next 7 Days7in
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Forecast for today in Macugnaga

Max 48°F
Min 43°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Wed
21

up to 14in New Snow

RainShwrsLt RainLt Drizzle

Rain first, rain showers then light rain showers, light drizzle later.

Snow Line from 7,999ft to 7,037ft, with rain below.

Forecast times for Macugnaga are in Rome (Europe/Rome) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Macugnaga from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Wed
21
Thu
22
Fri
23
Sat
24
Sun
25
Mon
26
Tue
27
Wind
9,744ft
31°F
Hvy Snow
+14in
17°F
Snow
+1in
22°F
Snow
+2in
12°F
Snow
+3in
33°F
Snow
+4in
28°F
Cloud
37°F
Clear
7,054ft
37°F
Mixed
34°F
Clear
+1in
30°F
Light Snow
+2in
30°F
Snow
+2in
37°F
Snow
+2in
36°F
Cloud
47°F
Clear
4,364ft
48°F
Shwrs
53°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
45°F
Mixed
47°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
39°F
Snow
+1in
49°F
Cloud
56°F
Fog
Snow Line

varying 7,999ft
to 7,037ft

varying 6,332ft
to 4,665ft

varying 7,241ft
to 4,918ft

varying 7,746ft
to 4,364ft

varying 5,472ft
to 4,364ft

Max Town48°F53°F45°F47°F39°F49°F56°F
Min Town43°F31°F33°F30°F33°F29°F35°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

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Macugnaga
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayWeThFrSaSuMoTu
Saas-Fee15in 24in
Alagna Valsesia17in 24in
Grimentz8in 20in
Zermatt11in 20in
Breuil-Cervinia8in 18in
Champoluc13in 16in
Gressoney la Trinité13in 16in

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.