Lagalb Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Lagalb
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This is the Snow Forecast for Lagalb, Switzerland for 15 days from 19 May.
Updated 18 May 2025 22:41 NZST.
| Next Snow Expected | 21 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm |
| Next 7 Days | 43cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Lagalb.
Forecast for today in Lagalb
Max 12℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
Lagalb has 2cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Lagalb Snow Report
Snow report from St. Moritz (near Lagalb)
| Upper Snow Depths | 121cm |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Not Known |
| Snow in last 24Hrs | +3cm |
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| Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | ||||||
| 2,893m | 6℃
| 4℃
 | 4℃
 +2cm
| 0℃
 +21cm
| -2℃
+13cm
| -3℃
+4cm
| 0℃
 |
| S F2 | |||||||
| 2,500m | 7℃
| 6℃
 | 6℃
+1cm
| 3℃
+16cm
| 1℃
+9cm
| 1℃
+3cm
| 3℃
|
| 2,107m | 12℃
| 9℃
| 9℃
| 6℃
| 2℃
| 4℃
| 6℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,509m | varying 2,519m | varying 2,369m | varying 2,259m | |||
| Max Town | 12℃ | 9℃ | 9℃ | 6℃ | 2℃ | 4℃ | 6℃ |
| Min Town | 0℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ | 0℃ | 1℃ | -2℃ | -1℃ |
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.
Lagalb 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 12℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 9℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, thunderstorms, fog later.
Max 9℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
21
up to 2cm New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then thunderstorms, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,509m to 2,339m, with rain below.
Max 6℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
22
up to 21cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow at altitude, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,519m to 2,149m, with rain below.
Max 2℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
23
up to 13cm New Snow
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,369m to 2,139m, with rain below.
Max 4℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
24
up to 4cm New Snow
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Snow Line from 2,259m to 2,129m, with rain below.
Max 6℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
25
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Lagalb, 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 Lagalb, on any given piste 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.
Lagalb Snow Forecast updated at 22:41 NZST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Lagalb
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Lagalb
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Lagalb, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Lagalb, 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 Lagalb 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 Lagalb 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 Lagalb 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.