Zil Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Zil
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This is the Snow Forecast for Zil, Russia for 16 days from 28 April.
Updated 28 April 2025 06:04 IST.
| Next Snow Expected | 29 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm |
| Next 7 Days | 26cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zil.
Forecast for today in Zil
Max -2℃
Min -15℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -15℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
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Updated 28 April 2025 14:08 IST
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Zil Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | Sat 03 | Sun 04 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 2,340m | -6℃
| -6℃
 +6cm
| -1℃
| -3℃
 +10cm
| 0℃
| -1℃
+1cm
| 0℃
+9cm
|
| SW F2 | NW F2 | ||||||
| 2,098m | -4℃
| -5℃
+6cm
| 0℃
| -2℃
+10cm
| 1℃
| 1℃
+1cm
| 2℃
+8cm
|
| SW F2 | NW F2 | ||||||
| 1,855m | -2℃
| -3℃
+5cm
| 2℃
| 0℃
+9cm
| 3℃
| 3℃
+1cm
| 3℃
+6cm
|
| Snow Line | 1,855m | 1,855m | 1,855m | 1,855m | 1,855m | ||
| Max Town | -2℃ | -3℃ | 2℃ | 0℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ |
| Min Town | -15℃ | -8℃ | -5℃ | -7℃ | -8℃ | -7℃ | -4℃ |
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.
Zil 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 -2℃
Min -15℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -15℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max -3℃
Min -8℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -8℃ and not getting above -3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
29
5cm to 6cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 2℃
Min -5℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 0℃
Min -7℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ and not getting above 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
01
9cm to 10cm New Snow
Light snow, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 3℃
Min -8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -8℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, clear spells later.
Max 3℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
03
1cm New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 3℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
04
6cm to 9cm New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Zil, Russia 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 Zil, 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.
Zil Snow Forecast updated at 06:04 IST, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zil
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Zil, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Zil, 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 Zil 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 Zil 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 Zil 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.