Sarikamis Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Sarikamis
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This is the Snow Forecast for Sarikamis, Turkey for 16 days from 19 March.
Updated 19 March 2025 16:36 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 19 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | 14cm 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 14cm 6in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sarikamis.
Forecast for today in Sarikamis
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
19
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,329m 7,641ft to 1,729m 5,673ft , with rain below.
Sarikamis has 14cm 5in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Sarikamis Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Sarikamis 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | Tue 25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | SE F2 | E F2 | SW F3 | NW F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 |
| 2,634m 8,642ft | 1℃ 34°F
 +2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 29°F
+11cm +4in
| -3℃ 26°F
+1cm
| -4℃ 25°F
| -1℃ 31°F
 | 2℃ 35°F
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| SE F3 | W F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 2,067m 6,781ft | 4℃ 40°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 42°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+5cm +2in
| 0℃ 33°F
| 0℃ 32°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 7℃ 45°F
|
| SE F2 | E F2 | SW F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 1,500m 4,921ft | 9℃ 47°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 11℃ 51°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,329m 7,641ft | varying 2,279m 7,477ft | varying 2,039m 6,690ft | varying 1,789m 5,869ft | |||
| Max Town | 9℃ 47°F | 9℃ 48°F | 6℃ 43°F | 5℃ 40°F | 4℃ 39°F | 7℃ 45°F | 11℃ 51°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 34°F | -1℃ 29°F | -1℃ 29°F | -1℃ 31°F | 1℃ 33°F |
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.
Sarikamis 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 9℃ 47°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
19
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,329m 7,641ft to 1,729m 5,673ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
20
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then light rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,279m 7,477ft to 1,699m 5,574ft , with rain below.
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
21
up to 11cm up to 4in New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,039m 6,690ft to 1,619m 5,312ft , with rain below.
Max 5℃ 40°F
Min -1℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 29°F and rising to 5℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
22
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 1,789m 5,869ft to 1,529m 5,016ft , with rain below.
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -1℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 29°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
23
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then clear sky, fair later.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
24
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Sarikamis, Turkey 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 Sarikamis, 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.
Sarikamis Snow Forecast updated at 16:36 UTC, next update expected 22:00 UTC.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sarikamis
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sarikamis, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sarikamis, 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 Sarikamis 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 Sarikamis 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 Sarikamis 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.