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Sestriere ski resort
Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

📷 Sestriere

Europe

Sestriere

Closed for the season

Season ended April 12, 2026

Conditions data updated Sat, Aug 29, 12:03 PM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 12

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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Powder Days

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2026–27 season

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Bluebird Days

2

2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 29, 12:03 PM•Weather at base: 2035m

Overview

Sestriere is a ski resort in Europe, Italy, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 12, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-29 12:03 UTC.

Resort Guide

Sestriere is a prominent ski resort located in the Italian Alps, forming part of the vast Via Lattea (Milky Way) ski area with access to over 400 kilometers of slopes. The resort sits at 2,035 meters above sea level and offers a mix of runs suitable for all abilities, modern lift systems, and a lively alpine village atmosphere. Sestriere is known for hosting major international ski events, including the Winter Olympics, and features amenities such as ski schools, wellness centers, and a variety of après-ski options. Its high altitude ensures reliable snow conditions throughout the winter season.

Resort Info

Summit2823m
Base2035m
Vertical788m
Lifts19
Runs146
Skiable Area1040.5 acres
Average snowfall197 inches / 500 cm
CountryItaly
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Season dates

Season endedApril 12, 2026
Projected openingDecember 5, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

No ski pass found

Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Tabata Disco – A legendary après-ski and nightlife hotspot in Sestriere, Tabata Disco is renowned for its energetic atmosphere, late-night dancing, and a vibrant crowd, making it a favorite among skiers looking to celebrate after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

2823mECMWF Model

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Sat, Aug 29, 12:03 PM UTC

Base

2035m

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18.1°C

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3.9km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Sestriere El Niño rank & forecast

Sestriere ranks #58 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier A, +11% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain: Historically snowed much more than normal in strong El Niño winters (≥ +8% vs this resort’s own 30-year average).

#58 of 488Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

Strong-event signal: +11% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Sestriere averaged +11% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Sestriere sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -16%, '15-16 -17%, '23-24 +67%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −17%'15-16 −17%'23-24 +67%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Live Conditions

Sestriere Webcam

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Resort Webcam

1 webcam • Click to expand

Local Reports

0 reports
SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

The black line is not a simple average. For Sestriere (alps), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).

  • 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
  • 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
  • 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.

Building verification history for this resort.

How we verify forecasts →

Hourly Forecast Detail

AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level

NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 29, 12:03 PM

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Today
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Sun, Aug 30
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Mon, Aug 31
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Tue, Sep 1
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Wed, Sep 2
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Thu, Sep 3
16 / 0
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Snow (cm)000000000000000000
Precip (mm)00001.80.600000000.60000
Temp (°C)413551246145512461355156
Wind (km/h)8453649106474533454
Gusts (km/h)322423162518334130212724292926192922

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2823m)

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10-Day Forecast

Today

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30

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31

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14.7°

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13°

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9 km/h

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15.6°

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6 km/h

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15.6°

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9 km/h

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5

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7

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17.7°

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6 km/h

Summit elevation (2823m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

No bulletin for this mountain

No official warning service is mapped for this resort’s country yet (v1 covers the United States, Canada and Switzerland). A bulletin may still be published locally.

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Season vs Historic

Updated Sat, Aug 29, 12:03 PM UTC

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Off-season · 299cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~243.6 cm. That's 16% below the 5-year average (290 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 19% below the 30-year average (299 cm).

Sestriere Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 355cm with an average of 108 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November58.9cm15 days29cm56cm15.8cm
December58cm15 days70cm93cm15.8cm
January50.6cm15 days96cm117cm12.8cm
February45.2cm13 days114cm135cm13.5cm
March52cm15 days125cm145cm12.8cm
April44.5cm14 days107cm135cm13.1cm
May22.8cm9 days46cm91cm7.8cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Dec 5, 2026

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Sestriere, ERA5 season snowfall median was 311 cm (122 in), about 9% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.

Prevailing ONI

El Niño

MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

311 cm

10 El Niño winters · 9% below median

All-season median

341 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10311 cm281 cm – 389 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12316 cm272 cm – 387 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8367 cm348 cm – 414 cm2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003

Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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Frequently asked questions about Sestriere

Where is Sestriere?
Sestriere is a ski resort in Italy.
How high is Sestriere?
Sestriere runs from a base elevation of 2,035 m (6,677 ft) to a summit of 2,823 m (9,262 ft), giving a vertical drop of 788 m (2,585 ft).
How big is Sestriere?
Sestriere has 1,041 acres (421 hectares) of skiable terrain, 146 marked runs and 19 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Sestriere?
Sestriere is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Sestriere?
Sestriere typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Sestriere get in a typical season?
Sestriere averages 197 inches / 500 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Sestriere in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #58 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +11% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Sestriere averaged +11% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Sestriere sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -16%, '15-16 -17%, '23-24 +67%. A pattern, not a promise.