Mount Baw Baw Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 27 May 2026 18:42 PDT
Snow Forecast for Mount Baw Baw
Snow and Weather from 28 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Mount Baw Baw Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Mount Baw Baw?
| Next Snow Expected | 2 June |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | - |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
Forecast for today in Mount Baw Baw
Max 48°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
28
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Mount Baw Baw are in Sydney (Australia/Sydney) time zone.
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| Thu 28 | Fri 29 | Sat 30 | Sun 31 | Mon 01 | Tue 02 | Wed 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | NW F4 | W F2 | ||
| 5,131ft | 47°F
 | 45°F
| 43°F
| 35°F
 | 35°F
| 38°F
| 39°F
 |
| NW F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | NW F4 | W F2 | |||
| 4,977ft | 47°F
| 46°F
| 43°F
| 36°F
| 36°F
| 39°F
| 39°F
|
| NW F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | NW F4 | W F2 | |||
| 4,823ft | 48°F
| 47°F
| 44°F
| 36°F
| 36°F
| 40°F
| 40°F
|
| Snow Line | 4,823ft | 4,823ft | 4,823ft | ||||
| Max Town | 48°F | 47°F | 44°F | 36°F | 36°F | 40°F | 40°F |
| Min Town | 40°F | 33°F | 34°F | 31°F | 29°F | 32°F | 34°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.
Snow Reliability
Mount Baw Baw typically sees a snow depth of around 60 to 100 cm during the season, with regular snowfall. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Baw Baw
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mount Baw Baw, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mount Baw Baw, 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 Mount Baw Baw 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 Mount Baw Baw 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 Mount Baw Baw 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.