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Samedan Snow Forecast - 16th August 2026

Samedan Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 16 August 2026 00:50 PDT

Snow Forecast for Samedan

Snow and Weather from 16 August.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Samedan Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Samedan?

Samedan Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (5,984ft)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Samedan.

Forecast for today in Samedan

Max 72°F
Min 48°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 48°F to daytime highs around 72°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
16

Snow unlikely

CloudFairShwrsCloud

Cloudy first, fair then rain showers, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Samedan are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.

Samedan 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Samedan from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sun
16
Mon
17
Tue
18
Wed
19
Thu
20
Fri
21
Sat
22
Wind
6,398ft
69°F
Shwrs
63°F
Shwrs
64°F
Mixed
68°F
Clear
61°F
Shwrs
62°F
Lt Drizzle
62°F
Cloud
5,984ft
71°F
Shwrs
64°F
Shwrs
65°F
Mixed
69°F
Clear
62°F
Shwrs
64°F
Lt Drizzle
64°F
Cloud
5,571ft
72°F
Shwrs
66°F
Shwrs
67°F
Mixed
71°F
Clear
63°F
Shwrs
65°F
Lt Drizzle
65°F
Cloud
Snow Line
Max Town72°F66°F67°F71°F63°F65°F65°F
Min Town48°F49°F51°F49°F53°F53°F50°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 Reliability

Samedan enjoys excellent snow reliability, with average snow depths of up to 1.5 meters during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures great conditions, but check J2Ski for the latest updates on snow quality.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Samedan

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