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Samedan Snow Forecast - 17th May 2026

Samedan Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 16 May 2026 14:41 PDT

Snow Forecast for Samedan

Snow and Weather from 17 May.

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 43°F
Min 17°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 17°F and rising to 43°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
17

Snow unlikely

CloudFairCloudClear

Cloudy first, fair then cloudy, clear sky later.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Samedan from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sun
17
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Wind
6,398ft
40°F
Cloud
42°F
Cloud
43°F
Cloud
46°F
Lt Rain
50°F
Fair
52°F
Clear
53°F
Cloud
5,984ft
41°F
Cloud
43°F
Cloud
44°F
Cloud
47°F
Lt Rain
51°F
Fair
53°F
Clear
54°F
Cloud
5,571ft
43°F
Cloud
44°F
Cloud
45°F
Cloud
49°F
Lt Rain
53°F
Fair
54°F
Clear
56°F
Cloud
Snow Line

5,620ft

Max Town43°F44°F45°F49°F53°F54°F56°F
Min Town17°F20°F31°F37°F31°F32°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.

Snow Forecast near Samedan

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Samedan
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySuMoTuWeThFrSa
Klosters2in 3in
Davos2in 2in
Lenzerheide - Valbella2in 2in
Parpan1in 1in
Avers / Cresta2in 2in
St. Moritz1in 1in
Livigno1in 1in

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.