Forecast today: Mainly fair
Although each village is different, most have an old core and have been tastefully expanded – there are no large blocks here. The scenery is spectacular throughout and the food here is arguably some of the best in any ski region worldwide – the Alta Badia valley has no fewer than six Michelin Stars, more than some of the largest world cities combined.
Each of the main villages are home to some decent low-level beginner zones, but the real highlight is the vast selection of gentle blues located above Corvara.
On the whole the vertical may not be huge but there are so many runs to explore and if you ski all the way back down to the valley (look out in particular for piste 9A above San Cassiano) you’ll clock up more mileage.
Adventurous intermediates and up should make the most of the Sella Ronda ski area and take on the famous route via Selva Gardena, Arabba and Canazei.
Unfortunately, the abrupt geology of the Dolomites limits the available off piste, whilst on piste challenges are limited – but there are numerous terrain parks and Alta Badia’s World Cup run (piste 17) is tough. The entire area is very easy to navigate due to the efficient lift system.
Each of the six villages offers something different, but for maximum convenience and best access into the ski area we’d recommend either Corvara or La Villa. The latter is somewhat smaller and quieter, but there is a decent choice of accommodation and prices are very reasonable. Corvara is bigger and busier, so go there if you’re looking for a more lively après ski scene.
As mentioned, food is a major attraction away from the slopes – indeed many people visiting Alta Badia won’t even click into a pair of skis. The St. Hubertus hotel in San Cassiano is one of only ten three Michelin star restaurants in Italy – spend the money you save on a holiday by coming here on a meal at one of the world’s best restaurants.
The FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup is passes through Alta Badia this season, with events taking place over 16th and 17th December 2023.
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Weather | Generally clear |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair | Rather cloudy |
Light snow shwr |
Partly cloudy | Generally clear |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair | Broken clouds |
Snow shower |
Snow | Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
Generally clear | Generally clear |
Partly cloudy |
Partly cloudy | Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
Occasional snow | Occasional snow |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair | Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.6 cm | 0.2 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.1 cm | 3.9 cm | 15.3 cm | 1.4 cm | 0.5 cm | 0 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.5 cm | 0 cm | 1.1 cm | 1.7 cm | 1 cm | 0.1 cm | 0.6 cm | 1.4 cm | 2.2 cm | 3.6 cm | 2.3 cm |
Max temp | -1°c | -0.8°c | -4.3°c | 1.5°c | 1.7°c | -1.9°c | 1.8°c | 1.8°c | -1.9°c | 2.3°c | 2.5°c | -0.4°c | -0.2°c | -0.2°c | -3.1°c | -7.2°c | -6.8°c | -8.9°c | -6.3°c | -6.3°c | -8.6°c | -5.2°c | -5.2°c | -7.3°c | -3.7°c | -3.7°c | -5.4°c | -2.4°c | -2.4°c | -3.5°c |
Min temp | -5.6°c | -4.3°c | -5.5°c | -4.8°c | -1.9°c | -2.8°c | -3.1°c | -1.9°c | -3.2°c | -3.2°c | -0.4°c | -1°c | -1.5°c | -3.1°c | -6.8°c | -8.8°c | -8.9°c | -10.3°c | -10.2°c | -8.9°c | -9.3°c | -8.2°c | -7.3°c | -8.7°c | -8.1°c | -5.4°c | -5.8°c | -5°c | -3.5°c | -4.7°c |
Feels like temp | -9.5°c | -1°c | -4.3°c | -4.8°c | 1.3°c | -1.9°c | -3.1°c | 1.6°c | -5.7°c | -6.6°c | 2°c | -0.4°c | -1.5°c | -3.2°c | -3.1°c | -13.9°c | -12°c | -13.8°c | -15.2°c | -6.3°c | -8.9°c | -8.2°c | -5.2°c | -11.5°c | -8.1°c | -3.7°c | -5.4°c | -5°c | -6.7°c | -7.2°c |
AM | PM | Night | |
Weather | Generally clear |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | -1°c | -0.8°c | -4.3°c |
Min temp | -5.6°c | -4.3°c | -5.5°c |
Feels like temp | -9.5°c | -1°c | -4.3°c |
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Weather | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | 1.5°c | 1.7°c | -1.9°c |
Min temp | -4.8°c | -1.9°c | -2.8°c |
Feels like temp | -4.8°c | 1.3°c | -1.9°c |
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Weather | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair | Rather cloudy |
Light rain shwr |
Mainly fair | Mainly fair |
Mainly fair |
Mainly fair | Light rain shwr |
Mixed rain/snow |
Snow | Occasional snow |
Occasional snow |
Generally clear | Mainly fair |
Partly cloudy |
Broken clouds | Occasional snow |
Rain/Snow shower |
Mainly fair | Generally clear |
Rain/Snow shower |
Generally clear | Occasional snow |
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Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 1.2 cm | 0.7 cm | 0.2 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.3 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.7 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.6 cm | 0.1 cm | 0 cm | 0.1 cm |
Max temp | 9°c | 9.2°c | 4.4°c | 9.5°c | 9.8°c | 5°c | 10.9°c | 10.9°c | 5.8°c | 11.4°c | 11.5°c | 6.6°c | 8.2°c | 8.3°c | 4.6°c | 2.5°c | 2.9°c | -0.5°c | 3.5°c | 3.6°c | -0.4°c | 3.8°c | 3.8°c | 0.7°c | 4.7°c | 4.8°c | 1.9°c | 5.7°c | 5.8°c | 3.9°c |
Min temp | 0.1°c | 4.4°c | 1.4°c | 0.8°c | 5°c | 2.4°c | 2.4°c | 5.8°c | 2.5°c | 2.3°c | 6.6°c | 3.5°c | 3.3°c | 4.6°c | 1°c | -1°c | -0.5°c | -3.2°c | -3.2°c | -0.4°c | -2.2°c | -2°c | 0.7°c | -2.4°c | -2.1°c | 1.9°c | 0.1°c | 0.4°c | 3.9°c | 1.3°c |
Feels like temp | 0.1°c | 8.3°c | 4.1°c | 0.7°c | 8.9°c | 4.7°c | 2.2°c | 10.3°c | 5.5°c | 2.1°c | 10.6°c | 6.2°c | 3.1°c | 6.9°c | 4.4°c | -1°c | -0.1°c | -0.5°c | -3.2°c | 3.1°c | -0.4°c | -2°c | 3.4°c | 0.6°c | -2.1°c | 4.2°c | 1.7°c | 0.4°c | 4°c | 3.6°c |
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Wind | |||
Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | 9°c | 9.2°c | 4.4°c |
Min temp | 0.1°c | 4.4°c | 1.4°c |
Feels like temp | 0.1°c | 8.3°c | 4.1°c |
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Weather | |||
Wind | |||
Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
Max temp | 9.5°c | 9.8°c | 5°c |
Min temp | 0.8°c | 5°c | 2.4°c |
Feels like temp | 0.7°c | 8.9°c | 4.7°c |
Snowfall | Last Snowfall | 10/03/2024 |
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Next 3 days | 0.8 cm | |
Depths | Upper piste depth | 50 cm |
Lower piste depth | 15 cm | |
Snow conditions | Snow quality | Artificial snow |
Lifts | Lifts open | 53 out of 53 |
Resort opening date | Tue 05 Dec 2023 | |
Resort closing date | Sun 07 Apr 2024 |
With the temperatures lowering over the weekend, more snow is set to fall over the Italian Alps, with about 20cm to 30cm due over Northern Italy. With a freezing line camping out at 1,500m there is a good chance this reaches lower slopes too, and this will only fall as the new week begins.
Flurries will continue as the new week begins, with the freezing line remaining at the same level helping preserve excellent skiing conditions for slopes above this mark.
The most up-to-date avalanche forecasting is provided on a provincial basis – check out the European Avalanche Warning Services website to find forecasts specific to your destination.
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