Is Maloja/Engadin snowsure?
The snowiest week in Maloja/Engadin is week 1 of February. There are typically 4.1 snowy days during this week with 38 cm of snowfall. Check out the Maloja/Engadin Snow History graphs below. Select any week of the year to see the typical Ski Conditions, Snowfall Amount and Temperature based on nowcast weather data over the last 11 years.Average monthly snow in Maloja/Engadin
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 24 cm | 3.1 days |
| January | 21 cm | 3.2 days |
| February | 25 cm | 3.4 days |
| March | 24 cm | 3.8 days |
| April | 27 cm | 4.0 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Maloja/Engadin during May (week 1):
The average snowfall forecast during week 1 of May for Maloja/Engadin is 23 cm. There are typically 3.8 snowy days during this week.Maloja/Engadin typical weather and snow conditions during the first week of May at the middle elevation of the ski area at 1984m, based on historical averages over the last 16 years: At this time of year the expected freezing level (2491m) is slightly above the middle elevation of Maloja/Engadin. Regular fresh snowfalls can be relied on in Maloja/Engadin at the start of May. On average, expect four days with snowfall per week but with a long-term average of one wet day during this week of May every year. Forecast model average snowfall for the week is 23cm. Daytime temperatures at the middle elevation in Maloja/Engadin during week one of May usually get above freezing (average maximum is 0.5°C) but nightime temperatures typically fall to -0.7°C degrees so expect freeze-thaw cycles. On average, a couple of days per week will have some sunshine. Generally light winds (average 10km/h).
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Maloja/Engadin Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Maloja/Engadin and (2007 – 2024).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Maloja/Engadin are Bluebird Powder days when it is mostly sunny with light winds following very recent snowfall. Poorer weather conditions may prevail on Powder days when the visibility can be limited but the snow is significantly deep and fresh for keen powder-hounds. Bluebird days can suit many skiers that aren’t necessarily hunting powder but want to enjoy the snowy mountains in sunnier conditions and light winds.
The snowiest weeks of the year in Maloja/Engadin are shown but also bear in mind the number of days that it typically snows each week if you want regular fresh tracks. The risk of a rainy day is shown but be sure to switch between elevations to see if lower lifts are rain affected or higher lifts remain snowy despite any rain further down the mountain.
The highest and lowest temperatures averaged for each week of the year in Maloja/Engadin are shown. Check out the risk of freze-thaw conditions prevailing at different elevations for any given week. We also show the extremes of temperature (blue/red dots) that reveal the chance of unusually warm or cold conditions.
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