Ilgaz Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Ilgaz
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This is the Snow Forecast for Ilgaz, Turkey for 16 days from 13 March.
Updated 13 March 2025 23:35 NZDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 8cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Ilgaz.
Forecast for today in Ilgaz
Max 15℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Ilgaz has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Ilgaz Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Ilgaz 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | NW F3 | |||
| 2,030m | 14℃
| 15℃
 | 18℃
| 19℃
| 15℃
| 6℃
 +4cm
| -5℃
 +2cm
|
| S F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | NW F3 | ||||
| 1,950m | 15℃
| 16℃
| 19℃
| 20℃
| 15℃
| 7℃
+4cm
| -5℃
+2cm
|
| S F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | NW F3 | ||||
| 1,870m | 15℃
| 16℃
| 19℃
| 20℃
| 16℃
| 7℃
+4cm
| -4℃
+2cm
|
| Snow Line | 1,870m | 1,870m | |||||
| Max Town | 15℃ | 16℃ | 19℃ | 20℃ | 16℃ | 7℃ | -4℃ |
| Min Town | 6℃ | 6℃ | 7℃ | 8℃ | 5℃ | -4℃ | -9℃ |
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.
Ilgaz 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 15℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 16℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Max 19℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 20℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Max 16℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 7℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
18
4cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -4℃
Min -9℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -9℃ and not getting above -4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
19
2cm New Snow
Light snow first, cloudy then clear spells, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Ilgaz, Turkey 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 Ilgaz, 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.
Ilgaz Snow Forecast updated at 23:35 NZDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ilgaz
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Ilgaz, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Ilgaz, 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 Ilgaz 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 Ilgaz 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 Ilgaz 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.