Santa Caterina Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Santa Caterina
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This is the Snow Forecast for Santa Caterina, Italy for 15 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 07:36 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 17in |
| Next 7 Days | 18in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Santa Caterina.
Forecast for today in Santa Caterina
Max 50°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain showers first, clear spells then rain showers, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 8,757ft to 7,904ft, with rain below.
Santa Caterina has 17in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F5 | SE F4 | |||||
| 9,482ft | 32°F
 +3in
| 33°F
 +11in
| 30°F
 +3in
| 30°F
 | 34°F
| 36°F
| 33°F
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| SE F4 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 7,562ft | 41°F
| 41°F
| 35°F
+3in
| 36°F
| 39°F
| 43°F
| 40°F
|
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 5,643ft | 50°F
| 47°F
 | 42°F
| 43°F
| 49°F
| 54°F
| 51°F
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| Snow Line | varying 8,757ft | varying 8,986ft | varying 7,379ft | 7,707ft | varying 7,346ft | ||
| Max Town | 50°F | 47°F | 42°F | 43°F | 49°F | 54°F | 51°F |
| Min Town | 41°F | 40°F | 36°F | 33°F | 37°F | 38°F | 37°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.
Santa Caterina 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 50°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain showers first, clear spells then rain showers, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 8,757ft to 7,904ft, with rain below.
Max 47°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 11in New Snow
Rain, light rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 8,986ft to 7,674ft, with rain below.
Max 42°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 3in New Snow
Rain, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 7,379ft to 6,755ft, with rain below.
Max 43°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 49°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 54°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 51°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
New Snow
Clear spells, light drizzle, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 7,346ft to 6,526ft, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Santa Caterina, Italy 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 Santa Caterina, on any given trail 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.
Santa Caterina Snow Forecast updated at 07:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Santa Caterina
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passo Tonale | 11in | 17in | |||||||
| Madonna di Campiglio | 7in | 12in | |||||||
| Bormio | 3in | 8in | |||||||
| Alta Valtellina | 7in | 7in | |||||||
| Livigno | 4in | 7in | |||||||
| Minschuns | 5in | 5in | |||||||
| Trafoi am Ortler | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Pinzolo | - | 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Santa Caterina
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Santa Caterina, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Santa Caterina, 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 Santa Caterina 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 Santa Caterina 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 Santa Caterina 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.