Elm Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 23 October 2026 12:44 UTC
Snow Forecast for Elm
Snow and Weather from 23 October.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Elm Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Elm?
| Next Snow Expected | 24 October |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 5cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 5cm 2in |
Forecast for today in Elm
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
23
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 1,708m 5,604ft to 1,338m 4,390ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Elm are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
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| Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | Wed 28 | Thu 29 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,100m 6,890ft | 2℃ 35°F
 +1cm
| -4℃ 25°F
 +3cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
 +11cm +4in
| 3℃ 38°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
 | 9℃ 47°F
 |
| 1,550m 5,085ft | 5℃ 42°F
| 0℃ 33°F
+2cm +1in
| 3℃ 38°F
+3cm +1in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 12℃ 53°F
|
| 1,000m 3,281ft | 9℃ 48°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 15℃ 59°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,708m 5,604ft | varying 1,369m 4,491ft | varying 1,769m 5,804ft | ||||
| Max Town | 9℃ 48°F | 4℃ 39°F | 7℃ 44°F | 10℃ 49°F | 14℃ 57°F | 10℃ 50°F | 15℃ 59°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 35°F | 0℃ 31°F | 1℃ 34°F | -8℃ 18°F | 6℃ 43°F | 7℃ 44°F | 4℃ 39°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 Elm
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schwägalp | 20cm 8in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Wildhaus | 18cm 7in | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Disentis Sedrun | 18cm 7in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Flims | 16cm 6in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Laax | 10cm 4in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Lenzerheide - Valbella | 10cm 4in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Handgruobi | 5cm 2in | 5cm 2in |
How reliable is the snow in Elm?
Elm enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically featuring a snow depth of 50-100 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Elm
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Elm, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Elm, 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 Elm 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 Elm 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 Elm 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.