S-Chanf Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for S-Chanf
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This is the Snow Forecast for S-Chanf, Switzerland for 15 days from 14 March.
Updated 13 March 2025 09:36 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 14 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for S-Chanf.
Forecast for today in S-Chanf
Max 37°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
14
1in New Snow
Light snow early, then snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
S-Chanf has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
S-Chanf Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 36in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 15in |
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Last Snow | 12 March |
| Snow in last 24Hrs | +1in |
S-Chanf 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | SE F2 | |||||
| 6,398ft | 33°F
+1in
| 37°F
 | 35°F
| 32°F
 | 32°F
 | 37°F
| 38°F
|
| SE F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 5,938ft | 36°F
+1in
| 41°F
 | 37°F
| 33°F
| 33°F
| 39°F
| 40°F
|
| SE F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 5,479ft | 37°F
+1in
| 41°F
| 38°F
| 35°F
| 35°F
| 40°F
| 42°F
|
| Snow Line | 5,479ft | 5,479ft | varying 5,837ft | ||||
| Max Town | 37°F | 41°F | 38°F | 35°F | 35°F | 40°F | 42°F |
| Min Town | 28°F | 30°F | 29°F | 22°F | 14°F | 23°F | 24°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.
S-Chanf 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 37°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
14
1in New Snow
Light snow early, then snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 41°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
New Snow
Clear spells first, light snow then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 38°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 5,837ft to resort level.
Max 35°F
Min 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 22°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear sky later.
Max 35°F
Min 14°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 14°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 40°F
Min 23°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 23°F and rising to 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 42°F
Min 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
This Snow Forecast for S-Chanf, 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 S-Chanf, 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.
S-Chanf Snow Forecast updated at 09:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near S-Chanf
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Moritz | 4in | 4in | |||||||
| Silvretta | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Bergün / Bravuogn | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Lenzerheide - Valbella | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Klosters | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Livigno | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Davos | 2in | 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in S-Chanf
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to S-Chanf, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in S-Chanf, 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 S-Chanf 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 S-Chanf 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 S-Chanf 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.