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Sierra Nevada Snow Forecast - 30th December 2024

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Sierra Nevada Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Sierra Nevada

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This is the Snow Forecast for Sierra Nevada, Spain for 16 days from 30 December.

Updated 30 December 2024 06:35 PST.

Sierra Nevada Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected6 January
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days1in
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Forecast for today in Sierra Nevada

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
30

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Sierra Nevada has - new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Sierra Nevada Snow Report

Sierra Nevada Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Sierra Nevada 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Sierra Nevada from OpenMeteo
Mon
30
Tue
31
Wed
01
Thu
02
Fri
03
Sat
04
Sun
05
Wind
10,827ft
22°F
Clear
20°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
21°F
Clear
26°F
Clear
33°F
Clear
31°F
Cloud
29°F
Cloud
8,858ft
29°F
Clear
27°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
28°F
Clear
33°F
Clear
40°F
Clear
41°F
Fair
39°F
Cloud
6,890ft
38°F
Clear
36°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
36°F
Clear
40°F
Clear
47°F
Clear
49°F
Fair
44°F
Cloud
Snow Line

6,890ft

Max Town38°F36°F36°F40°F47°F49°F44°F
Min Town30°F29°F29°F31°F36°F39°F36°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 Forecast at a glance

Snow Forecast by day for Sierra Nevada
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Snow
to
base

For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Sierra Nevada.

Sierra Nevada 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.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
30

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
31

New Snow

FairFairLt Snow ShwrsMixed

Fair, light snow showers, clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
01

Snow unlikely

FairClearMixedClear

Fair first, clear sky then clear spells, clear sky later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
02

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
03

Snow unlikely

ClearClearFairMixed

Clear sky, fair, clear spells later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
04

Snow unlikely

CloudFairCloudCloud

Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
05

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

This Snow Forecast for Sierra Nevada, Spain 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 Sierra Nevada, 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.

Sierra Nevada Snow Forecast updated at 06:35 PST, next update expected imminently.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Sierra Nevada

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Sierra Nevada, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Sierra Nevada, 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 Sierra Nevada is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, 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 Sierra Nevada 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 Sierra Nevada 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.

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