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Samnaun Snow Forecast - 19th August 2026

Samnaun Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 19 August 2026 19:42 NZST

Snow Forecast for Samnaun

Snow and Weather from 19 August.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Samnaun Snow Forecast Highlights

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Samnaun Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,150m)
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Forecast for today in Samnaun

Max 26℃
Min 10℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 26℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
19

Snow unlikely

CloudClearClearMixed

Cloudy, clear sky, clear spells later.

Forecast times for Samnaun are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Samnaun from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Wed
19
Thu
20
Fri
21
Sat
22
Sun
23
Mon
24
Tue
25
Wind
2,900m
16℃
Clear
11℃
Shwrs
10℃
Shwrs
9℃
Cloud
10℃
Shwrs
13℃
Cloud
7℃
Drizzle
2,150m
21℃
Clear
15℃
Shwrs
15℃
Shwrs
14℃
Cloud
15℃
Shwrs
18℃
Cloud
12℃
Drizzle
1,400m
26℃
Clear
20℃
Shwrs
20℃
Shwrs
19℃
Cloud
20℃
Shwrs
23℃
Cloud
17℃
Drizzle
Snow Line
Max Town26℃20℃20℃19℃20℃23℃17℃
Min Town10℃13℃12℃9℃9℃10℃12℃

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 Reliability

Samnaun enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 200 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Samnaun

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