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Zil Snow Forecast - 21st May 2026

Zil Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 21 May 2026 01:46 UTC

Snow Forecast for Zil

Snow and Weather from 21 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Zil Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Zil?

Zil Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,098m)
Next Snow Expected26 May
Next Snow Amount 2cm 1in
Next 48 Hours - -
Next 7 Days 10cm 4in

Forecast for today in Zil

Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 5℃ 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
21

Snow unlikely

ClearClearCloudClear

Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.

Forecast times for Zil are in Moscow (Europe/Moscow) time zone.

Zil 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Zil from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Mon
25
Tue
26
Wed
27
WindNW F2W F2W F3NW F3
2,340m 7,677ft
14℃ 58°F
Clear
14℃ 56°F
Clear
6℃ 43°F
Mixed
8℃ 46°F
Lt Drizzle
2℃ 36°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
-1℃ 31°F
Light Snow
+4cm +2in
-1℃ 29°F
Light Snow
+3cm +1in
NW F2W F2W F3NW F3
2,098m 6,882ft
16℃ 61°F
Clear
15℃ 59°F
Clear
8℃ 46°F
Mixed
10℃ 49°F
Lt Drizzle
4℃ 39°F
Light Snow
+1cm
1℃ 34°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
0℃ 32°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
NW F2W F2W F3NW F3
1,855m 6,086ft
17℃ 63°F
Clear
17℃ 62°F
Clear
9℃ 49°F
Mixed
11℃ 52°F
Lt Drizzle
5℃ 42°F
Light Snow
3℃ 36°F
Light Snow
+1cm
2℃ 35°F
Light Snow
+1cm +1in
Snow Line

varying 2,055m 6,742ft
to 1,855m 6,086ft

varying 2,009m 6,591ft
to 1,855m 6,086ft

1,855m 6,086ft

Max Town 17℃ 63°F 17℃ 62°F 9℃ 49°F 11℃ 52°F 5℃ 42°F 3℃ 36°F 2℃ 35°F
Min Town 5℃ 40°F 5℃ 41°F 3℃ 37°F 0℃ 33°F 1℃ 33°F -3℃ 26°F -5℃ 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.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zil

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