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The Milky Way Snow Forecast - 22nd May 2026

The Milky Way Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 22 May 2026 05:46 PDT

Snow Forecast for The Milky Way

Snow and Weather from 22 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

The Milky Way Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in The Milky Way?

The Milky Way Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (6,873ft)
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Forecast for today in The Milky Way

Max 77°F
Min 45°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 77°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
22

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Forecast times for The Milky Way are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for The Milky Way from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Mon
25
Tue
26
Wed
27
Thu
28
Wind
9,318ft
58°F
Clear
59°F
Mixed
58°F
Shwrs
60°F
Lt Rain
60°F
Shwrs
62°F
Clear
55°F
Lt Drizzle
6,873ft
68°F
Clear
70°F
Fair
70°F
Fair
71°F
Fair
72°F
Clear
71°F
Fair
68°F
Clear
4,429ft
77°F
Clear
79°F
Mixed
80°F
Fair
81°F
Fair
81°F
Fair
81°F
Mixed
78°F
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town77°F79°F80°F81°F81°F81°F78°F
Min Town45°F47°F51°F52°F54°F54°F52°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.

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Snow Reliability

The resort typically enjoys a reliable snow depth, with average snowfall ranging from 200 to 400 cm annually. To ensure optimal conditions, skiers should check the latest snow information on J2Ski before planning their visit.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in The Milky Way

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to The Milky Way, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in The Milky Way, 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 The Milky Way 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 The Milky Way 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 The Milky Way 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.