Ben Lomond Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Ben Lomond
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This is the Snow Forecast for Ben Lomond, Australia for 16 days from 18 May.
Updated 18 May 2025 05:34 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Ben Lomond.
Forecast for today in Ben Lomond
Max 36°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Ben Lomond has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Ben Lomond Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Ben Lomond 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | |
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| Wind | NW F2 | NW F3 | SE F2 | NW F2 | |||
| 5,151ft | 34°F
| 39°F
| 40°F
 | 41°F
| 44°F
| 45°F
| 46°F
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| NW F2 | NW F3 | SE F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 4,905ft | 35°F
| 39°F
| 41°F
| 42°F
| 44°F
| 46°F
| 47°F
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| NW F2 | NW F3 | SE F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 4,659ft | 36°F
| 40°F
| 42°F
| 43°F
| 45°F
| 47°F
| 47°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 36°F | 40°F | 42°F | 43°F | 45°F | 47°F | 47°F |
| Min Town | 26°F | 31°F | 33°F | 30°F | 30°F | 40°F | 37°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.
Ben Lomond 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 36°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 40°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then clear sky, fair later.
Max 42°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then fair, clear spells later.
Max 43°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear sky later.
Max 45°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
22
Snow unlikely
Fair, fog, clear sky later.
Max 47°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 47°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
24
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Ben Lomond, Australia 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 Ben Lomond, on any given trail 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.
Ben Lomond Snow Forecast updated at 05:34 PDT, next update expected 08:00 PDT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ben Lomond
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Ben Lomond, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Ben Lomond, 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 Ben Lomond 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 Ben Lomond 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 Ben Lomond 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.