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Alta Valtellina Snow Forecast - 17th April 2026

Alta Valtellina Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 17 April 2026 07:45 UTC

Snow Forecast for Alta Valtellina

Snow and Weather from 17 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Alta Valtellina Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Alta Valtellina?

Alta Valtellina Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,125m)
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Forecast for today in Alta Valtellina

Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 1℃ 33°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
17

Snow unlikely

ClearFairClearCloud

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

Forecast times for Alta Valtellina are in Rome (Europe/Rome) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Alta Valtellina from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
17
Sat
18
Sun
19
Mon
20
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
Wind
3,020m 9,908ft
1℃ 34°F
Fair
4℃ 38°F
Clear
2℃ 35°F
Mixed
1℃ 33°F
Clear
1℃ 33°F
Clear
1℃ 33°F
Clear
0℃ 31°F
Clear
2,110m 6,923ft
7℃ 45°F
Fair
7℃ 45°F
Clear
6℃ 43°F
Fair
5℃ 41°F
Fair
5℃ 41°F
Clear
5℃ 41°F
Clear
4℃ 40°F
Clear
1,200m 3,937ft
13℃ 55°F
Fair
13℃ 56°F
Clear
12℃ 54°F
Fair
11℃ 52°F
Fair
11℃ 52°F
Clear
11℃ 51°F
Clear
10℃ 50°F
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town 13℃ 55°F 13℃ 56°F 12℃ 54°F 11℃ 52°F 11℃ 52°F 11℃ 51°F 10℃ 50°F
Min Town 1℃ 33°F 1℃ 34°F 2℃ 35°F -1℃ 30°F -1℃ 31°F -3℃ 26°F 0℃ 32°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 Forecast near Alta Valtellina

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Alta Valtellina
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Marilleva- 4cm 2in
Sulden am Ortler 1cm 1in 3cm 1in
Bormio- 2cm 1in
Santa Caterina--
Celerina 1cm - 1cm -
Passo Tonale- 1cm -

Snow Reliability

Alta Valtellina boasts reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths ranging from 80 to 200 cm. With significant snowfall throughout the season, skiers are encouraged to check the latest snow reports on J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Alta Valtellina

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