Silvaplana Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Silvaplana
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This is the Snow Forecast for Silvaplana, Switzerland for 15 days from 29 May.
Updated 28 May 2025 15:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 29 May |
|---|---|
| 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 Silvaplana.
Forecast for today in Silvaplana
Max 52°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
29
up to 1in New Snow
Light rain showers early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 7,510ft to 7,247ft, with rain below.
Silvaplana has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Silvaplana Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 26in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Snow in last 24Hrs | +1in |
Silvaplana 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 29 | Fri 30 | Sat 31 | Sun 01 | Mon 02 | Tue 03 | Wed 04 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F4 | S F2 | SW F2 | S F2 | S F3 | ||
| 10,837ft | 27°F
+1in
| 40°F
| 48°F
 | 46°F
| 41°F
 | 39°F
| 37°F
|
| NW F2 | SW F2 | S F2 | S F3 | ||||
| 8,486ft | 40°F
+1in
| 51°F
| 56°F
| 54°F
| 49°F
| 48°F
| 45°F
|
| NE F2 | S F2 | ||||||
| 6,135ft | 52°F
| 64°F
| 63°F
| 61°F
| 54°F
 | 59°F
| 58°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 7,510ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 52°F | 64°F | 63°F | 61°F | 54°F | 59°F | 58°F |
| Min Town | 38°F | 41°F | 44°F | 43°F | 46°F | 45°F | 51°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.
Silvaplana 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 52°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
29
up to 1in New Snow
Light rain showers early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 7,510ft to 7,247ft, with rain below.
Max 64°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
30
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 63°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, fog later.
Max 61°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
01
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear sky then cloudy, fog later.
Max 54°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, light rain then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 59°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 58°F
Min 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 51°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
This Snow Forecast for Silvaplana, 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 Silvaplana, 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.
Silvaplana Snow Forecast updated at 15:35 PDT, next update expected 21:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Silvaplana
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenzerheide - Valbella | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Parpan | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| St. Moritz | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Davos | - | - | |||||||
| Livigno | - | - | |||||||
| Madesimo | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Silvaplana
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Silvaplana, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Silvaplana, 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 Silvaplana 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 Silvaplana 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 Silvaplana 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.