Cairngorm Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Cairngorm Mountain
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This is the Snow Forecast for Cairngorm Mountain, Scotland for 16 days from 31 March.
Updated 31 March 2025 09:40 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Cairngorm Mountain.
Forecast for today in Cairngorm Mountain
Max 56°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, clear spells later.
Cairngorm Mountain has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Cairngorm Mountain Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Cairngorm Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | |
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| Wind | SW F2 | S F4 | S F3 | ||||
| 4,085ft | 47°F
 | 45°F
| 44°F
 | 47°F
| 45°F
| 42°F
| 44°F
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| SW F2 | S F4 | S F3 | |||||
| 2,923ft | 52°F
| 49°F
| 48°F
| 51°F
| 50°F
| 47°F
| 48°F
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| SW F2 | S F3 | SE F3 | SE F2 | SE F2 | |||
| 1,762ft | 56°F
| 55°F
| 54°F
| 55°F
| 53°F
| 47°F
| 55°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 56°F | 55°F | 54°F | 55°F | 53°F | 47°F | 55°F |
| Min Town | 43°F | 45°F | 41°F | 37°F | 37°F | 32°F | 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.
Cairngorm Mountain 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 56°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, clear spells later.
Max 55°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 54°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 55°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 53°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, fair later.
Max 47°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Max 55°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Cairngorm Mountain, Scotland 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 Cairngorm Mountain, 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.
Cairngorm Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 09:40 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Cairngorm Mountain
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Cairngorm Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Cairngorm Mountain, 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 Cairngorm Mountain 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 Cairngorm Mountain 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 Cairngorm Mountain 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.