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Bormio Snow Forecast - 16th May 2026

Bormio Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 16 May 2026 15:40 NZST

Snow Forecast for Bormio

Snow and Weather from 16 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Bormio Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Bormio?

Bormio Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,110m)
Next Snow Expected18 May
Next Snow Amount3cm
Next 48 Hours4cm
Next 7 Days4cm
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Forecast for today in Bormio

Max 7℃
Min -3℃

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 7℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Sat
16

up to 1cm New Snow

Light SnowCloudMixedClear

Light snow first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.

Snow Line from 1,292m to resort level (1,200m).

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Bormio from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
16
Sun
17
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Wind
3,020m
-6℃
Light Snow
+1cm
-2℃
Clear
-1℃
Snow
+3cm
-1℃
Cloud
+1cm
2℃
Cloud
5℃
Fair
8℃
Clear
2,110m
0℃
Cloud
+1cm
4℃
Clear
4℃
Snow
+3cm
6℃
Mixed
8℃
Cloud
11℃
Fair
14℃
Fair
1,200m
7℃
Cloud
10℃
Fair
9℃
Cloud
11℃
Cloud
14℃
Mixed
17℃
Fair
20℃
Fair
Snow Line

varying 1,292m
to 1,200m

varying 2,385m
to 1,631m

varying 2,662m
to 1,200m

Max Town7℃10℃9℃11℃14℃17℃20℃
Min Town-3℃-10℃-4℃0℃2℃3℃5℃

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 Bormio

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Bormio
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Celerina1cm 5cm
Alta Valtellina4cm 5cm
Minschuns3cm 4cm
Livigno2cm 4cm
Santa Caterina3cm 4cm
Sulden am Ortler3cm 4cm
Trafoi am Ortler2cm 3cm
Samedan2cm 2cm

Snow Reliability

Bormio typically experiences reliable snow conditions with an average snow depth of around 150 cm. With consistent snowfall throughout the winter, skiers and snowboarders are encouraged to check the latest snow information on J2Ski for up-to-date details.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bormio

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