Is Pontresina/Engadin snowsure?
The snowiest week in Pontresina/Engadin is week 1 of February. There are typically 4.3 snowy days during this week with 42 cm of snowfall. Check out the Pontresina/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 Pontresina/Engadin
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 28 cm | 3.2 days |
| January | 25 cm | 3.3 days |
| February | 28 cm | 3.6 days |
| March | 27 cm | 4.0 days |
| April | 30 cm | 4.1 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Pontresina/Engadin during May (week 1):
The average snowfall forecast during week 1 of May for Pontresina/Engadin is 26 cm. There are typically 4.1 snowy days during this week.Pontresina/Engadin expected weather and snow conditions during the first week of May at the middle elevation of the ski area at 2430m, based on historical averages over the last 16 years: At this time of year the average freezing level (2466m) is close to the middle elevation of Pontresina/Engadin. Regular fresh snowfalls are to be expected in Pontresina/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 26cm. Day temperatures at the middle elevation in Pontresina/Engadin during week one of May usually get above freezing (average maximum is 0.3°C) but overnight temperatures typically fall to -1.0°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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Pontresina/Engadin Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Pontresina/Engadin and (2007 – 2024).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Pontresina/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 Pontresina/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 Pontresina/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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