Mount Washington Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Mount Washington
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This is the Snow Forecast for Mount Washington, Canada for 10 days from 16 May.
Updated 16 May 2025 05:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 19 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | - |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Mount Washington.
Forecast for today in Mount Washington
Max 41°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
16
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 4,249ft to 3,743ft, with rain below.
Mount Washington has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Mount Washington Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 5,217ft | 33°F
 | 33°F
 +2in
| 38°F
 | 43°F
 | 40°F
| 39°F
| 41°F
|
| 4,429ft | 36°F
| 36°F
| 41°F
| 46°F
| 43°F
| 42°F
| 44°F
|
| 3,642ft | 41°F
| 41°F
| 44°F
| 48°F
| 46°F
| 44°F
| 47°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 4,249ft | varying 5,157ft | varying 4,400ft | varying 3,743ft | varying 3,845ft | varying 4,249ft | |
| Max Town | 41°F | 41°F | 44°F | 48°F | 46°F | 44°F | 47°F |
| Min Town | 35°F | 38°F | 30°F | 34°F | 33°F | 36°F | 35°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.
Mount Washington 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 41°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
16
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 4,249ft to 3,743ft, with rain below.
Max 41°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
17
up to 2in New Snow
Rain showers, cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 5,157ft to 4,600ft, with rain below.
Max 44°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 48°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
19
New Snow
Clear spells, light snow, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,743ft to resort level.
Max 46°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
20
New Snow
Fair, light snow, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 3,845ft to resort level.
Max 44°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers, cloudy, light drizzle later.
Max 47°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
22
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, clear sky then cloudy, light drizzle later.
This Snow Forecast for Mount Washington, Canada 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 Mount Washington, 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.
Mount Washington Snow Forecast updated at 05:35 PDT, next update expected 08:00 PDT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Washington
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mount Washington, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mount Washington, 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington 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.