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Pontresina Snow Forecast - 6th May 2025

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Pontresina Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Pontresina

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This is the Snow Forecast for Pontresina, Switzerland for 16 days from 6 May.

Updated 05 May 2025 19:32 PDT.

Pontresina Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected6 May
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours5in
Next 7 Days7in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Pontresina.

Forecast for today in Pontresina

Max 48°F
Min 37°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
06

up to 3in New Snow

Light SnowSnowLt RainLt Rain

Light snow at altitude first, snow showers at altitude then light rain, light rain showers later.

Snow Line from 7,936ft to 6,165ft, with rain below.

Pontresina has 5in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Pontresina Snow Report

Pontresina Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths36in
Snow ConditionsNot Known
Lifts Open1 Lifts

Pontresina 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Pontresina from OpenMeteo
Tue
06
Wed
07
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
Mon
12
Wind
10,827ft
24°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+3in
23°F
Cloud
+1in
28°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
24°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
27°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
30°F
Fair
30°F
Mixed
8,202ft
35°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
33°F
Cloud
+1in
38°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
34°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
37°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
41°F
Fair
43°F
Clear
5,577ft
48°F
Cloud
47°F
Snow
48°F
Cloud
44°F
Mixed
46°F
Cloud
52°F
Mixed
55°F
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 7,936ft
to 6,165ft

varying 7,149ft
to 6,558ft

varying 7,510ft
to 6,394ft

varying 7,575ft
to 6,230ft

varying 8,002ft
to 6,821ft

Max Town48°F47°F48°F44°F46°F52°F55°F
Min Town37°F38°F34°F36°F36°F35°F36°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.

Pontresina 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 48°F
Min 37°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
06

up to 3in New Snow

Light SnowSnowLt RainLt Rain

Light snow at altitude first, snow showers at altitude then light rain, light rain showers later.

Snow Line from 7,936ft to 6,165ft, with rain below.

Max 47°F
Min 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 47°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
07

up to 1in New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsLt RainCloudCloud

Light snow showers at altitude, light rain, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 7,149ft to 6,558ft, with rain below.

Max 48°F
Min 34°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
08

up to 1in New Snow

MixedMixedCloudCloud

Clear spells early, then cloudy later.

Snow Line from 7,510ft to 6,394ft, with rain below.

Max 44°F
Min 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
09

up to 1in New Snow

Light SnowCloudMixedCloud

Light snow at altitude first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 7,575ft to 6,230ft, with rain below.

Max 46°F
Min 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
10

up to 1in New Snow

CloudMixedCloudFog

Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, fog later.

Snow Line from 8,002ft to 6,821ft, with rain below.

Max 52°F
Min 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
11

Snow unlikely

ClearFairMixedFog

Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, fog later.

Max 55°F
Min 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
12

Snow unlikely

ClearFairCloudMixed

Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, clear spells later.

This Snow Forecast for Pontresina, Switzerland 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 Pontresina, 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.

Pontresina Snow Forecast updated at 19:32 PDT, next update expected 01:00 PDT.

Snow Forecast near Pontresina

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Pontresina
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrTueWedThuFriSatSunMon 7 Day
Avers / Cresta2in 6in
Davos4in 6in
St. Moritz4in 6in
Livigno4in 5in
Lenzerheide - Valbella2in 5in
Parpan1in 3in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Pontresina

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